Maroon-fronted Parrot (Rhynchopsitta terrisi) — Endangered Aves

Maroon-fronted Parrot

Rhynchopsitta terrisi

Conservation Status

Endangered

Aves · Psittaciformes · Psittacidae

About

The maroon-fronted parrot is a large, macaw-like parrot. It is dark green with a dark red shoulder and a maroon forehead and eye-stripe. Its underside of the wings and tail appear to be black when it is in flight. It makes a high, rolling cr-a ak sound. Groups sound similar to the acorn woodpecker if they are heard from a distance.

Fun Fact

It is dark green with a dark red shoulder and a maroon forehead and eye-stripe.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Live in mature pine, mixed conifer, and pine-oak forests from 2000 to 3500 meters.

Diet

To be updated

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

  • Habitat Loss
  • Poaching and Hunting
  • Human-Wildlife Conflict
  • Disease

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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