Black-capped Parakeet
Pyrrhura rupicola
Least ConcernAves · Psittaciformes · Psittacidae
About
The black-capped parakeet, also known as the black-capped conure or rock conure in aviculture, is a parrot native to the south-western Amazon Basin and adjacent east Andean slopes in Peru, Bolivia and Brazil. It has a total length of approximately 25 cm. It is mostly green with off white scalloping on the hindneck and breast and red primary coverts.
Fun Fact
Flock size is up to 30 birds with smaller groups forming during breeding season.
Quick Facts
Habitat
Lives in humid forests, ranging from the Amazonian lowlands up to an altitude of 1000 m on the east Andean slopes.
Diet
Eat a variety of fruits, nuts, berries, and vegetation.
Lifespan
30 years (captivity)
Threats
- Habitat Change
- Human Disturbance