Dusky-headed Parakeet
Aratinga weddellii
Least ConcernAves · Psittaciformes · Psittacidae
About
The dusky-headed parakeet, also known as Weddell's conure or dusky-headed conure in aviculture, is a small green Neotropical parrot with dusty grey head found in wooded habitats in the western Amazon basin of South America. Its range extends from southeastern Colombia south through eastern Ecuador, eastern Peru, and southwest Amazonian Brazil, to central Bolivia. It prefers semiopen habitats such as várzea, forest edge, and forest remnants, but can also be found in coffee plantations. It is generally common and its habitat preference makes it less vulnerable than many other Amazonian species. Consequently, it is considered to be of least concern by BirdLife International and IUCN.
Fun Fact
When food is plentiful, it may form flocks of up to 100 members.
Quick Facts
Habitat
To be updated
Diet
Eats fruit, seeds, and flowers, and searches decaying wood for insect larvae.
Lifespan
50 years
Threats
- Habitat Change
- Human Disturbance