Pileated Parrot
NamePileated Parrot
Common NamePileated Parrot
Scientific NamePionopsitta pileata
FamilyPsittacidae
Wingspan (cm)35
Length (cm)22
Weight (g)125
Plumage DetailsPredominantly bright green plumage. Adult males feature a striking red crown, forehead, and lores. Females have a duller or absent red cap, sometimes with a bluish tinge. Blue primary coverts and flight feathers are also present.
Vocalization / CallHigh-pitched, shrill, and metallic calls, often uttered in flight or from perches. Vocalizations can include chattering and whistling notes.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statusnear-threatened
Geographic RangeFound in southeastern Brazil, eastern Paraguay, and northeastern Argentina, primarily within the Atlantic Forest biome.
Identifying Featuresbright red crown, overall green plumage, small parrot size, short tail
Description
A small, vibrant green parrot characterized by a distinctive red cap on its head. It typically inhabits humid forests, feeding on a variety of fruits, seeds, and flowers.
