Kawall's Amazon
A species of Amazon parrots, Also known as White-cheeked Parrot, White-faced Amazon Scientific name : Amazona kawalli Genus : Amazon parrots
Kawall's Amazon, A species of Amazon parrots
Also known as:
White-cheeked Parrot, White-faced Amazon
Botanical name: Amazona kawalli
Genus: Amazon parrots
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Description General Info
Description
The species is medium-sized for a parrot, reaching a length of 35–36 cm. The plumage is mostly green, with a narrow white strip at the base of the bill, narrow white eye-ring, and some blue and red present on the outermost flight feathers. Although it resembles the mealy amazon, the Kawall's amazon can easily be recognised by its white patch of skin at the base of the bill, relatively small gray ocular ring (may fade to white in captivity), red near the base of the tail, overall brighter green hue and voice. 
Size
36 cm
Feeding Habits
Kawall's Amazon predominantly feeds on the bark of Macrolobium trees, exhibiting unique dietary preferences compared to other species. Details on foraging behaviors and broader diet are scarce.
Habitat
The kawall's Amazon is typically found in tropical lowland forests, often in areas that are in close proximity to watercourses. These environments are characterized by a rich diversity of plant and animal life, with a climate that is generally warm and humid throughout the year.
Dite type
Herbivorous
General Info
Distribution Area
Kawall's amazon has been reported from the Amazon basin of Brazil in Amazonas and Pará. A possible wider distribution, or the existence of isolated populations, is suggested by the existence of a previously misidentified specimen labelled 'Colombia', and a captive bird found on the edge of Amazonas National Park. The species inhabits lowland rainforest and shows a preference for permanently flooded woodlands and riverine forest edges.
Species Status
Although Kawall's amazon was only rediscovered in the wild relatively recently, it appears to be locally fairly common; however populations are declining due to habitat loss from deforestation. A certain amount of capture for the parrot trade also seems present. The species is currently classified as near threatened by the IUCN.
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Birds Order
Parrots Family
Parrots Genus
Amazon parrots Species
Kawall's Amazon 
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