Yellow-eared Parrot
NameYellow-eared Parrot
Common NameYellow-eared Parrot
Scientific NameOgnorhynchus icterotis
FamilyPsittacidae
Wingspan (cm)55
Length (cm)42
Weight (g)290
Plumage DetailsPredominantly bright green plumage covers the body. The head features a striking bright yellow crown extending to the lores and distinct yellow ear-coverts. Its flight feathers are darker, and it possesses a large, black beak.
Vocalization / CallKnown for its loud, harsh, and often repeated squawks and screeches, which are particularly noticeable when the birds are in flight or communicating within their flock.
Primary Dietfrugivore
Primary Habitatsforest, mountain
Conservation Statusendangered
Geographic RangeEndemic to the Andes mountains, primarily found in fragmented high-altitude cloud forests of Colombia, with a small, relict population also present in Ecuador.
Identifying FeaturesLarge size (approx. 42 cm), Bright green body plumage, Distinctive bright yellow crown and ear patches, Large, black beak, Long, pointed tail
Description
The Yellow-eared Parrot is a large, vibrant green parrot distinguished by its bright yellow crown and ear patches. This species is highly dependent on the wax palm for food and nesting, inhabiting high-altitude cloud forests of the Andes.
