Hispaniolan Parakeet

Psittacara chloropterus

Vulnerable

Aves · Psittaciformes · Psittacidae

About

The Hispaniolan parakeet is a Vulnerable species of bird in subfamily Arinae of the family Psittacidae, the African and New World parrots. It is endemic to the island of Hispaniola which is shared by the Dominican Republic and Haiti. In the former country it is called "perico" and in the latter "perruche".

Fun Fact

In the former country it is called "perico" and in the latter "perruche".

Quick Facts

Habitat

Inhabits a wide variety of landscapes including lowland and montane forest, savanna, open woodlands, secondary forest, croplands, and urban centers such as Santo Domingo.

Diet

Feed on fig (Ficus) fruits and reported to feed on fruits, seeds, and flowers of a variety of other plants and trees.

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

Habitat Degradation
Overexploitation
Invasive Species
Climate Change