Imagine encountering a vibrant parrot with a bright yellow head, red wing patches, and an orange eye peering at you as it flies among pine trees. If you were in parts of Mexico or Central America, you may have spotted the magnificent Yellow-headed Parrot (Amazona oratrix), one of the Amazon parrots famed for their beauty…
As you gaze up into the canopy of the tropical forest, a flash of green catches your eye. You spot a vibrant parrot with a striking yellow crown perched on a nearby branch. This social and vocal bird is likely foraging for it’s next meal, or keeping watch for predators. You have spotted the Yellow-crowned…
Have you ever seen a bright green parrot with a red and blue banded tail perched high in the treetops of a misty mountain forest? If so, you may have spotted the Scaly-naped Parrot, a shy and little-known amazon species found in the northern Andes Mountains of South America. These colorful birds stand out with…
The brilliant colors and vibrant personality of the Cuban Parrot (Amazona leucocephala) make this Amazon parrot stand out as one of the most beautiful in the world. Measuring about 12 to 13 inches (30 to 33 cm) from head to tail, these parrots weigh between 8 and 9 ounces (240 to 260 grams). Their bright…
You’ve probably heard of popular parrot species like macaws, cockatoos, and budgies. But have you ever encountered the Kawall’s Parrot? This rare Amazon parrot remained unknown to science for over 80 years before being rediscovered in the late 20th century. A Lost Species Found Once More The Kawall’s Parrot (Amazona kawalli) is a green Amazon…
The striking Imperial Parrot, also known as the Sisserou, is a rare tropical bird found only on the Caribbean island nation of Dominica. Reaching up to 19 inches (48 cm) long, this vibrantly colored parrot stands out with it’s deep purple chest, green wings and back, bright red patches under it’s wings, and a white…
The island nation of Saint Vincent and the Grenadines in the Caribbean Sea is home to an array of stunningly colorful parrots. But perhaps the most impressive of them all is the Saint Vincent Parrot, also known as the Saint Vincent Amazon. With it’s vivid green, yellow, blue and bronze plumage, this parrot measures about…
Have you ever seen a bright green parrot with a flour-dusted back soaring above the rainforest canopy? If so, you may have spotted the Northern Mealy Amazon, one of Central America’s most magnificent parrot species. These vibrant tropical birds stand out with their vivid green bodies and signature “mealy” gray wash on their napes and…
The Lilac-crowned Amazon Parrot, also known by it’s scientific name Amazona finschi, is a gorgeous medium-sized parrot native to the Pacific coastal forests of Mexico. If you’re not yet familiar with this stunning species, get ready to meet your new favorite parrot! With it’s bright green feathers, maroon-tinged forehead, and distinct lilac crown and neck plumage,…
The bright colors and loud calls of parrots make them popular birds. If you’re interested in parrots, you should learn about the Festive Parrot. This tropical bird has green feathers accented with vibrant red, blue, and yellow. When you see a Festive Parrot, you’ll notice its colorful feathers right away. But there’s more to this…
