White-necked Parakeet
A species of Lesser Neotropical Parakeets Scientific name : Pyrrhura albipectus Genus : Lesser Neotropical Parakeets
White-necked Parakeet, A species of Lesser Neotropical Parakeets
Botanical name: Pyrrhura albipectus
Genus: Lesser Neotropical Parakeets
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Description
Description
The white-breasted parakeet (Pyrrhura albipectus) or white-necked parakeet is a species of parrot in the family Psittacidae. It is found in southern Ecuador and adjacent northern Peru. Its natural habitat is subtropical or tropical moist montane forests. It is threatened by habitat loss. 
Size
24 cm
Feeding Habits
White-necked Parakeet primarily eats a variety of fruits, such as Tetrorchidium macrophyllum and Ficus aff. mutisii, as well as seeds like those of Mollia grandis. They forage for food and consume flowers, including Mikania leiostachya, typically found low in vegetation.
Habitat
The habitat of white-necked Parakeet predominantly includes the upper tropical and subtropical forests, where they are often found in the forest edges and clearings. These areas are characterized by a rich diversity of flora and fauna, providing ample food sources and nesting opportunities for white-necked Parakeet, which thrives in such lush, dense vegetation zones.
Dite type
Herbivorous
Scientific Classification
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