Orange-fronted Parakeet
NameOrange-fronted Parakeet
Common NameOrange-fronted Parakeet
Scientific NameEupsittula canicularis
FamilyPsittacidae
Wingspan (cm)32
Length (cm)23
Weight (g)74
Plumage DetailsPredominantly green, with lighter yellowish-green underparts. It features a bright orange band across the forehead, a blue crown, and a pale yellow eye-ring. The primary coverts are blue, and the beak is pale white.
Vocalization / CallKnown for its noisy, chattering calls, often described as harsh, screeching, or rolling 'kree-kree-kree' or 'chur-chur-chur' notes, especially when in flight or disturbed.
Primary Dietgranivore
Primary Habitatsforest, urban
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeFound along the Pacific slope of Mexico, from Sinaloa south to Chiapas, and through Central America including Guatemala, El Salvador, Honduras, Nicaragua, and Costa Rica.
Identifying FeaturesOrange forehead band, Blue crown, Pale yellow eye-ring, Small size, Noisy vocalizations
Description
The Orange-fronted Parakeet is a small, vibrant green parrot known for its distinctive orange forehead and blue crown. These social birds are often seen in noisy flocks, foraging for seeds and fruits in dry woodlands and open areas.
