Scaly-naped Amazon
NameScaly-naped Amazon
Common NameScaly-naped Amazon
Scientific NameAmazona mercenarius
FamilyPsittacidae
Wingspan (cm)52.5
Length (cm)34
Weight (g)350
Plumage DetailsPredominantly green plumage. The crown and nape feathers have dark edgings, creating a distinct scaly pattern. A prominent red patch is present at the carpal joint (bend of the wing), and sometimes on outer primary coverts. It has a bare whitish eye-ring and dark red irises. The beak is horn-colored with a dark tip.
Vocalization / CallLoud, harsh screeches, squawks, and various chattering notes, typical of Amazon parrots, often given in flight or while perched in flocks.
Primary Dietfrugivore
Primary Habitatsforest, mountain
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeFound in the Andes mountains of South America, ranging from Venezuela south through Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Bolivia.
Identifying FeaturesPredominantly green plumage, Scaly pattern on nape and crown, Red patch at bend of wing, Horn-colored beak with dark tip, Red iris with whitish eye-ring
Description
A medium-sized, predominantly green parrot with a distinctive 'scaly' appearance on its nape and crown due to dark feather edgings. This species is known for its strong flight and often found in noisy flocks in montane forests, feeding on fruits and seeds.
