HUALLAGA COBALT-WINGED PARAKEET
Brotogeris cyanoptera
DESCRIPTION
Huallaga Cobalt-winged Parakeet (Brotogeris cyanoptera) is also known as the Cobalt-winged Parakeet. This small parakeet is characterized by its vibrant green plumage, with striking cobalt blue wings and a yellowish-green underbelly. They are social birds often found in flocks, exhibiting playful behavior and a variety of vocalizations that contribute to their lively presence in their natural habitat.
FUN FACTS
- Huallaga Cobalt-winged Parakeets are known for their acrobatic skills, often hanging upside down while foraging for food
- They have a unique ability to mimic sounds, which makes them popular among bird enthusiasts and in aviculture
QUICK INFO
Lifespan10-15 years in the wild, up to 25 years in captivi
Average Weight70-100 g
Average Length20-25 cm
Diet TypeHerbivore
Social StructureThey are typically found in groups, which can range from small family units to larger flocks, especially during foraging.
Activity PatternDiurnal
Breeding SeasonSpring to early summer
- Habitat
- Huallaga Cobalt-winged Parakeets inhabit tropical and subtropical forests, particularly in areas with abundant fruiting trees. They are often found in the canopy and edges of these forests, where they can easily access food sources.
- Biomes
- Tropical Rainforest
- Native Range
- This species is native to the eastern slopes of the Andes in Peru, specifically in the Huallaga River valley.
- Continent
- South America
- Countries
- Peru
- Diet
- They primarily feed on seeds, fruits, and flowers, foraging in trees and shrubs. Their diet is supplemented with various plant materials, making them important seed dispersers in their ecosystem.
- Diet Type
- Herbivore
- Favorite Food
- seeds, fruits, flowers
- Social Structure
- They are typically found in groups, which can range from small family units to larger flocks, especially during foraging.
- Activity Pattern
- Diurnal
- Group Size
- 5-30
- Territorial
- 0
LC
70-100 g
Weight
20-25 cm
Length
- Coloration
- Vibrant green body with cobalt blue wings and a yellowish-green underbelly.
- Lifespan
- 10-15 years in the wild, up to 25 years in captivi
- Offspring per Birth
- 3-5
- Sexual Maturity
- 1-2 years
- Breeding Season
- Spring to early summer
LC
Least Concern
IUCN Red List Status
- Population Status
- The population is currently stable, but habitat loss poses a potential threat.
- Wild Population Estimate
- Unknown
- Population Trend
- Stable
- Endangered
- 0
- Threats
- Main threats include habitat destruction due to deforestation and agricultural expansion. Additionally, they may be affected by the illegal pet trade.
- Predators
- Natural predators include birds of prey and snakes, which may target their nests or young.
- Defense Mechanisms
- They often rely on their social structure and flocking behavior to evade predators, using alarm calls to warn others.
- Compatible Animals
- other small parakeets, finches
- Found in Zoos
- Uncommon