Cactus Parakeet

Eupsittula cactorum

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Aves · Psittaciformes · Psittacidae

About

The Caatinga parakeet, also called the cactus parakeet and in aviculture the cactus conure, is a species of bird in subfamily Arinae of the family Psittacidae, the African and New World parrots. It is endemic to eastern Brazil.

Fun Fact

The Caatinga parakeet has two subspecies, the nominate E.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Found in northeastern Brazil from Maranhão east to the Atlantic Ocean and south as far as northwestern Bahia.

Diet

Feed on fruits of figs (Ficus), cactus, and several other plants.

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

Habitat Change
Human Disturbance

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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