Cobalt-winged Parakeet

Brotogeris cyanoptera

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Aves · Psittaciformes · Psittacidae

About

The cobalt-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, Colombia, Ecuador, Guyana, Peru, and Venezuela.

Fun Fact

The International Ornithological Committee and the Clements taxonomy attribute the first description of the cobalt-winged parakeet to August von Pelzeln, dated 1870.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Inhabits a variety of landscapes including the edges and interior of rainforest, secondary forest, várzea , savanna, and Llanos.

Diet

Eats mineral-impregnated soil.

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

Habitat Change
Human Disturbance

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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