Black-billed Amazon
A species of Amazon parrots Scientific name : Amazona agilis Genus : Amazon parrots
Black-billed Amazon, A species of Amazon parrots
Botanical name: Amazona agilis
Genus: Amazon parrots
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Description
This parrot is smaller than the yellow-billed amazon and measures between 10.5 and 11.5 inches (27 and 29 centimetres). In males, the bill is very dark grey, almost black, becoming paler towards the base. The cere is very dark grey, as is the skin around the eyes, and the iris is dark brown. This bird's plumage is predominantly green, paler and more yellowish on the underparts. The feathers of the neck are edged with dusky black. Ear-coverts are blackish and primary coverts are red. Primaries are violet-blue and black, secondaries are blue at the tips, becoming green towards the base. The tail is mostly green and lateral feathers are marked with red, while outer feathers are margined with blue. The feet are greyish-green. Females are similar to males but with some primary coverts green instead of red. 
Size
25 cm
Nest Placement
Cavity
Feeding Habits
Black-billed Amazon, primarily a frugivore, consumes a diverse diet including fruits, seeds, nuts, and berries. It forages mainly in trees, showing a preference for papaya, mango, cucumber, and maize. Unique adaptations enable black-billed Amazon to exploit these varied plant materials efficiently.
Habitat
Black-billed Amazon predominantly inhabits mid-elevation zones within mountainous and limestone rainforests. They are usually found in wet mid-level limestone forests, thriving in regions ranging from 100 to 1400 meters above sea level. These birds prefer areas with dense canopy cover and abundant fruiting trees, which provide essential food and shelter.
Dite type
Herbivorous
General Info
Feeding Habits
Bird food type
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
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Parrots Family
Parrots Genus
Amazon parrots Species
Black-billed Amazon 
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