Mountain Parakeet
NameMountain Parakeet
Common NameMountain Parakeet
Scientific NamePsilopsiagon aurifrons
FamilyPsittacidae
Wingspan (cm)32
Length (cm)19
Weight (g)52.5
Plumage DetailsPredominantly bright green plumage, with a paler, yellowish-green belly. The flight feathers are often bluish, and the beak is pale pinkish-horn colored. Some subspecies may exhibit yellow markings on the forehead or throat.
Vocalization / CallCharacterized by high-pitched, chattering calls, often given in flight or while foraging. They can also produce softer chirps and whistles.
Primary Dietfrugivore
Primary Habitatsmountain, forest
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeEndemic to the Andes mountains of South America, its range extends from central Peru south through Bolivia to northern Chile and northwestern Argentina.
Identifying Featuressmall size, bright green plumage, pale pinkish beak, bluish flight feathers, long pointed tail
Description
The Mountain Parakeet is a small, vibrant green parrot native to the high-altitude regions of the Andes. It is often observed foraging in shrubs and trees for seeds and fruits, displaying an active and social demeanor.
