Red-fronted Parrotlet
NameRed-fronted Parrotlet
Common NameRed-fronted Parrotlet
Scientific NameTouit costaricensis
FamilyPsittacidae
Wingspan (cm)28
Length (cm)15
Weight (g)55
Plumage DetailsPredominantly bright green plumage covers the body. Males exhibit a prominent red forehead and crown, which can extend slightly behind the eye, and a red patch at the bend of the wing. Females have less red on the head, often just a reddish wash or none, and reduced or absent red on the wing bend. The bill is pale yellowish.
Vocalization / CallVocalizations include high-pitched, squeaky, and chattering calls, often given in flight or while foraging. They can be quite inconspicuous despite their bright coloration.
Primary Dietfrugivore
Primary Habitatsforest, mountain
Conservation Statusnear-threatened
Geographic RangeEndemic to the humid montane forests of Costa Rica and western Panama, typically found at elevations between 700 and 2,500 meters.
Identifying Featuresbright green plumage, red forehead and crown (males), red bend of wing (males), small size, pale yellowish bill
Description
A small, vibrant green parrotlet characterized by its distinctive red forehead. This species is typically found in humid montane forests, often foraging quietly in the canopy for fruits and seeds. They are social birds, usually seen in small flocks.
