Yellow-headed Amazon
NameYellow-headed Amazon
Common NameYellow-headed Amazon
Scientific NameAmazona oratrix
FamilyPsittacidae
Wingspan (cm)65
Length (cm)40
Weight (g)500
Plumage DetailsPredominantly bright green body plumage with a distinctive, extensive bright yellow head, extending from the crown to the nape and sometimes the upper breast. It features a prominent red patch on the bend of the wing and yellow-tipped tail feathers with red at the base. The bill is pale, horn-colored.
Vocalization / CallKnown for its loud, varied vocalizations including squawks, screeches, whistles, and trills. They are also capable mimics of sounds and human speech.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatsforest, wetland, urban
Conservation Statusendangered
Geographic RangeNative to the Pacific and Gulf coasts of Mexico, with a small native population in Belize. Feral populations exist in other parts of the world due to the pet trade.
Identifying Featuresbright yellow head, green body, red shoulder patch, pale horn-colored bill, stocky build
Description
The Yellow-headed Amazon is a vibrant, medium-sized parrot known for its striking yellow head and predominantly green plumage. These social birds are often found in tropical forests and urban areas, feeding on a diverse diet of fruits, seeds, and nuts.
