Vinaceous-breasted Amazon
A species of Amazon parrots, Also known as Vinaceous Parrot Scientific name : Amazona vinacea Genus : Amazon parrots
Vinaceous-breasted Amazon, A species of Amazon parrots
Also known as:
Vinaceous Parrot
Botanical name: Amazona vinacea
Genus: Amazon parrots
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Description General Info
Description
The vinaceous-breasted amazon is a colorful parrot measuring 30 cm (12 in) long. It is mostly green, with a red forehead, bluish nape, blue primaries and a vinous-maroon breast.
Size
30 cm
Nest Placement
Cavity
Habitat
The vinaceous-breasted Amazon inhabits the Atlantic forest ecosystem, including areas where it transitions into grasslands and cerrado. This bird species thrives in mixed forests rich in parana pine trees which are essential for foraging and nesting. Adapted to diverse environments, they are also found in secondary vegetation, pastures, and crop fields but prefer native forests and roosting in forest remnants and plantation areas with exotic trees.
Dite type
Frugivorous
General Info
Feeding Habits
Bird food type
Fruit
Distribution Area
The vinaceous-breasted amazon has become rare. It inhabits several areas within Argentina, Brazil, and Paraguay.
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Birds Order
Parrots Family
Parrots Genus
Amazon parrots Species
Vinaceous-breasted Amazon