Yellow-chevroned Parakeet
NameYellow-chevroned Parakeet
Common NameYellow-chevroned Parakeet
Scientific NameBrotogeris chiriri
FamilyPsittacidae
Wingspan (cm)32.5
Length (cm)22
Weight (g)60
Plumage DetailsPredominantly bright green plumage over its entire body. A prominent yellow patch is visible on the bend of the wing (carpal joint). It has a pale, horn-colored bill and a narrow white eye-ring.
Vocalization / CallVocalizations consist of high-pitched, harsh, and often screeching calls, typically given in flight or when perched in groups. They can be quite noisy, especially when foraging or interacting.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatsforest, grassland, urban
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeNative to central and eastern South America, its range extends across parts of Brazil, Bolivia, Paraguay, and northern Argentina. It has also established introduced populations in other regions.
Identifying Featuresbright green plumage, prominent yellow patch on wing bend, pale horn-colored bill, white eye-ring, long pointed tail
Description
The Yellow-chevroned Parakeet is a small, vibrant green parrot known for its distinctive yellow patch on the bend of its wing. These social birds are often found in flocks, foraging for seeds and fruits in open woodlands and urban areas, and are known for their noisy vocalizations.
