Sulphur-breasted Parakeet
NameSulphur-breasted Parakeet
Common NameSun Parakeet
Scientific NameAratinga solstitialis
FamilyPsittacidae
Wingspan (cm)28
Length (cm)30
Weight (g)110
Plumage DetailsAdults display a brilliant yellow head, neck, and underparts, with a distinctive orange wash on the face and belly. The back and upper wings are primarily green, transitioning to blue on the flight feathers, and they have a dark, tapering tail.
Vocalization / CallKnown for its loud, piercing, and often repetitive calls, which include screeches and squawks. These vocalizations are particularly noticeable when the birds are in flight or communicating within their flocks.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatsforest, grassland
Conservation Statusendangered
Geographic RangeNative to a small region of northeastern South America, primarily found in parts of Brazil (Roraima, Amapá, Pará) and southern Guyana, often in tropical dry forests, savannas, and coastal areas.
Identifying FeaturesBright yellow head and body, Orange face and belly, Green back and upper wings, Blue flight feathers, White eye-ring, Black beak
Description
The Sun Parakeet is a strikingly colorful, medium-sized parrot known for its vibrant yellow and orange plumage. These highly social birds are often found in noisy flocks, foraging for food in their native South American habitats.
