Golden-winged Parakeet
Brotogeris chrysoptera
Least ConcernAves · Psittaciformes · Psittacidae
About
The golden-winged parakeet is a species of bird in subfamily Arinae of the family Psittacidae, the African and New World parrots. It is found in Bolivia, Brazil, French Guiana, Guyana, Suriname, and Venezuela.
Fun Fact
He placed it with all the other parrots in the genus Psittacus and coined the binomial name Psittacus chrysopterus.
Quick Facts
Habitat
Range the golden-winged parakeet inhabits undisturbed lowland rainforest, secondary forest, savanna, coastal woodlands, and towns (as long as there are tall trees).
Diet
Feeds on seeds, berries, palm fruits, and insects and snails in still water.
Lifespan
To be updated
Threats
- Habitat Change
- Human Disturbance