Black-headed Parrot
Pionites melanocephalus
Least ConcernAves · Psittaciformes · Psittacidae
About
The black-headed parrot is a species of bird in subfamily Arinae of the family Psittacidae, the African and New World parrots. Other colloquial names are black-crowned parrot, black-capped parrot, black-headed caique, and for subspecies P. m. pallidus, pallid caique. It is found in Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, French Guiana, Guyana, Peru, Suriname, and Venezuela.
Fun Fact
Other colloquial names are black-crowned parrot, black-capped parrot, black-headed caique, and for subspecies P.
Quick Facts
Habitat
Inhabits the canopy, clearings, and edges of humid lowland tropical forest of both terra firme and várzea types.
Diet
Feeds on seeds, fruit, flowers, and leaves.
Lifespan
To be updated
Threats
- Habitat Change
- Human Disturbance