Rufous-fronted Parakeet
NameRufous-fronted Parakeet
Common NameRufous-fronted Parakeet
Scientific NameTouit rufifrons
FamilyPsittacidae
Wingspan (cm)29
Length (cm)16
Weight (g)55
Plumage DetailsThe plumage is primarily bright green, with a distinctive rufous (reddish-brown) forehead and lores. The primary coverts and primaries are blackish with blue-green outer webs, and the tail is green with blackish tips. Females typically have less extensive or duller rufous on the head.
Vocalization / CallVocalizations include high-pitched, squeaky, and chattering calls, often given in flight or while foraging in small groups.
Primary Dietfrugivore
Primary Habitatsforest, mountain
Conservation Statusvulnerable
Geographic RangeEndemic to a restricted range in the Andes of Colombia and Venezuela, primarily found in humid montane forests.
Identifying FeaturesRufous forehead and lores, Small size (approx. 16 cm), Overall bright green plumage, Short tail
Description
The Rufous-fronted Parakeet is a small, predominantly green parrot found in humid montane forests. It is characterized by its distinctive reddish-brown forehead and lores, which are more prominent in males. This species is often observed foraging quietly in the canopy.
