Yellow-faced Parrot
NameYellow-faced Parrot
Common NameYellow-faced Parrot
Scientific NameAlipiopsitta xanthops
FamilyPsittacidae
Wingspan (cm)42.5
Length (cm)28.5
Weight (g)215
Plumage DetailsPredominantly green plumage with a bright yellow face extending from the forehead to the cheeks. The underparts may show some yellow scaling, and the wing feathers often have yellow edges. The beak is horn-colored.
Vocalization / CallVocalizations consist of harsh, screeching, or squawking calls, often uttered in flight or while perched.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatsforest, grassland
Conservation Statusnear-threatened
Geographic RangeEndemic to central and eastern Brazil, with isolated populations also found in eastern Bolivia and Paraguay.
Identifying Featuresbright yellow face, predominantly green plumage, horn-colored beak, medium-sized parrot
Description
The Yellow-faced Parrot is a medium-sized parrot characterized by its vibrant green body and striking yellow face. It typically inhabits dry savannas and woodlands, feeding on a diverse diet of seeds, fruits, and insects.
