Dusky-billed Parrotlet (Forpus modestus) — Least Concern Aves

Dusky-billed Parrotlet

Forpus modestus

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Aves · Psittaciformes · Psittacidae

About

The dusky-billed parrotlet, also known as Sclater's parrotlet, is a small species of parrot in the family Psittacidae. It is the nominate species.

Fun Fact

There is one subspecies: Forpus modestus sclateri.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Found in the Amazon rainforest in South America, where it is locally fairly common; it also occurs in the Andes and the Amazonian foothills, the Amazon River outlet, and Marajo Island.

Diet

Diet consists of approximately 10% seeds, buds, and blossoms and 90% berries and fruits,.

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

  • Habitat Change
  • Human Disturbance

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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