St. Lucia Amazon
NameSt. Lucia Amazon
Common NameSt. Lucia Amazon
Scientific NameAmazona versicolor
FamilyPsittacidae
Wingspan (cm)55
Length (cm)43
Weight (g)650
Plumage DetailsPredominantly green plumage, with a bright blue forehead and crown, extending to the cheeks. The breast is a distinctive reddish-orange, fading into green on the belly. The wings show patches of red, blue, and yellow, particularly on the primary coverts and speculum. The tail is green with reddish-brown at the base.
Vocalization / CallLoud, raucous squawks, screeches, and whistles, often given in flight or from perches. They have a varied repertoire of calls, including alarm calls and contact calls.
Primary Dietfrugivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statusendangered
Geographic RangeEndemic to the island of Saint Lucia in the Lesser Antilles, Caribbean. Its range is restricted to the humid montane forests in the interior of the island.
Identifying Featuresblue head and forehead, red breast, predominantly green body, large, hooked beak, endemic to St. Lucia
Description
The St. Lucia Amazon is a medium-sized, vibrant parrot endemic to the Caribbean island of Saint Lucia. It is characterized by its striking blue head, red breast, and predominantly green body plumage. These birds are typically found in humid montane forests, where they forage for a variety of plant matter.
