Vinaceous-breasted Amazon
NameVinaceous-breasted Amazon
Common NameVinaceous-breasted Amazon
Scientific NameAmazona vinacea
FamilyPsittacidae
Wingspan (cm)65
Length (cm)33
Weight (g)400
Plumage DetailsPredominantly green plumage with a striking vinaceous (wine-red) breast and upper belly. The forehead and lores are red, and the primary feathers are blue, visible during flight or when the wings are slightly open. The tail feathers are green with yellowish tips.
Vocalization / CallLoud, harsh, and often repeated squawks and screeches, characteristic of Amazon parrots. They also produce softer chattering and whistling sounds.
Primary Dietfrugivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statusendangered
Geographic RangeHistorically found in southeastern Brazil, eastern Paraguay, and northeastern Argentina, its range is now highly fragmented due to habitat loss.
Identifying FeaturesVinaceous (wine-red) breast, Red forehead and lores, Predominantly green body plumage, Blue primary feathers, Pale, horn-colored beak with a reddish base
Description
The Vinaceous-breasted Amazon is a medium-sized, predominantly green parrot known for its distinctive vinaceous (wine-red) breast and red forehead. These social birds are typically found in pairs or small flocks within their forest habitats, feeding on a variety of fruits and seeds.
