Red-masked Parakeet
NameRed-masked Parakeet
Common NameRed-masked Parakeet
Scientific NamePsittacara erythrogenys
FamilyPsittacidae
Wingspan (cm)31
Length (cm)33
Weight (g)180
Plumage DetailsPredominantly bright green plumage with a striking red mask covering the forehead, lores, and cheeks. The bend of the wing and lesser underwing coverts are also red, while the greater underwing coverts are yellowish.
Vocalization / CallLoud, harsh, screeching calls, often given in flight or while perched in noisy flocks. They produce a variety of squawks and chattering sounds.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatsforest, urban
Conservation Statusnear-threatened
Geographic RangeNative to southwestern Ecuador and northwestern Peru. Feral populations are established in several urban areas, most notably in California and Florida in the United States.
Identifying FeaturesBright red face mask, Entirely green body plumage, Yellowish underwing coverts (visible in flight), Strong, hooked beak
Description
The Red-masked Parakeet is a vibrant green parrot with a distinctive red face mask. It is often found in flocks, feeding on fruits and seeds in trees, and is known for its loud vocalizations.
