Perija Parakeet
NamePerija Parakeet
Common NamePerija Parakeet
Scientific NamePyrrhura caeruleiceps
FamilyPsittacidae
Wingspan (cm)35
Length (cm)23
Weight (g)60
Plumage DetailsPredominantly bright green plumage. The crown is dark blue to blackish, contrasting with a reddish-maroon patch on the lores and cheeks. The sides of the neck and upper breast feature distinctive white scaling. Primary flight feathers are blue, and the undertail coverts and tail tip show reddish coloration.
Vocalization / CallVocalizations typically consist of harsh, chattering, and screeching notes, often given in flight or while the birds are foraging in flocks.
Primary Dietfrugivore
Primary Habitatsforest, mountain
Conservation Statusendangered
Geographic RangeEndemic to the Serranía de Perijá mountain range, which forms part of the border between northeastern Colombia and northwestern Venezuela.
Identifying FeaturesDark blue/blackish crown, Red facial patch, White scaling on neck and upper breast, Overall green body, Restricted geographic range in the Perijá mountains
Description
The Perija Parakeet is a small, vibrant green parrot endemic to the Perijá mountain range. It is characterized by its distinctive dark crown, red facial markings, and white scaling on the neck, typically found foraging in montane forests.
