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Critically Endangered

Parrots

Subandean Parakeet

Pyrrhura subandina

Subandean Parakeet (Pyrrhura subandina) — Parrots & Cockatoos of South America.

The Subandean Parakeet (Pyrrhura subandina) is a member of the Psittacidae family found in South America. Adults weigh 62.1 g. The IUCN Red List lists it as Critically Endangered.

Conservation status

IUCN Red List

CR Critically Endangered

Facing an extremely high risk of extinction in the wild.

Where it fits

Class Aves
Order Psittaciformes
Family Psittacidae African & New World Parrots
Genus Pyrrhura
Species subandina

Where it lives

Central Panama and northwestern Colombia

South America

Quick facts

Weight: 62.1 g
Diet: Fruit-eaters
Family: Psittacidae
Order: Psittaciformes
Habitat: Woodland

How to identify

Similar birds

Endangered

Grey-breasted Parakeet

Pyrrhura griseipectus

Least Concern

Painted Parakeet

Pyrrhura picta

Least Concern

Bonaparte’s Parakeet

Pyrrhura lucianii

Endangered

Pfrimer’s Parakeet

Pyrrhura pfrimeri

Biology & behaviour

Diet

The Subandean Parakeet is a frugivore — it feeds mainly on fruit.

Behaviour

A bird of dense forest, it spends much of its time perched in trees and shrubs.

Migration

The Subandean Parakeet is largely sedentary, staying within its range year-round rather than making regular long-distance migrations.

The Subandean Parakeet (Pyrrhura subandina) belongs to the Psittacidae family of the order Psittaciformes. Its range spans South America. Its distribution covers SA c Panama and nw Colombia.

It is a medium-sized bird. Adults weighs around 62.1 g, with a wing length of about 11.2 cm and a tail of around 11.6 cm.

It is classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List and is a focus of conservation concern. Critically Endangered is the highest risk category before extinction in the wild.

Frequently asked questions

How big is the Subandean Parakeet?

The Subandean Parakeet is a medium-sized bird that weighs around 62.1 g.

Where does the Subandean Parakeet live?

The Subandean Parakeet is found across South America with a range covering SA c Panama and nw Colombia, where it is typically found in wooded and forested habitats.

What family does the Subandean Parakeet belong to?

The Subandean Parakeet (Pyrrhura subandina) belongs to the Psittacidae family, in the order Psittaciformes.

What does the Subandean Parakeet eat?

The Subandean Parakeet is a frugivore — it feeds mainly on fruit.

Does the Subandean Parakeet migrate?

The Subandean Parakeet is largely sedentary, staying within its range year-round rather than making regular long-distance migrations.

Is the Subandean Parakeet endangered?

It is classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List and is a focus of conservation concern Critically Endangered is the highest risk category before extinction in the wild.