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A photo of a Yellow-chevroned Parakeet (Brotogeris chiriri)
Yellow-chevroned Parakeet

Yellow-chevroned Parakeet

Brotogeris chiriri

The Yellow-chevroned Parakeet, Brotogeris chiriri, is a small, vibrant bird measuring 20–25 cm in length. Its plumage is predominantly light green, with a distinctive yellow edge on the trailing part of its wings, visible both when perched and in flight.

Identification Tips

To identify this species, look for the yellow chevron on the wings, which is a key distinguishing feature. The bird's overall light green coloration is another characteristic to note.

Habitat

These parakeets are typically found in disturbed forests and forest clearings close to human settlements. They are less common in the depths of tropical forests.

Distribution

Native to tropical South America below the Amazon River basin, their range extends from central Brazil to southern Bolivia, Paraguay, and northern Argentina. Feral populations have established in Miami, Florida, and Los Angeles and San Francisco, California, as well as in urban areas of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, and Buenos Aires, Argentina.

Behaviour

Yellow-chevroned Parakeets are known to form large communal roosts after the breeding season. They are adaptable birds, thriving in both their native and introduced ranges.

Diet and Feeding

In their natural habitat, these birds feed primarily on seeds and fruit. They have adapted to consume blossoms and nectar in feral populations. During dry periods, they may shift their diet to include more seeds, particularly from Erythrina dominguezii. They also feed on Bombacaceae trees and have been observed engaging in geophagy, consuming soil for its mineral content. Feral birds are known to visit bird feeders.

Breeding

The Yellow-chevroned Parakeet typically nests in tree cavities or constructs nesting tunnels in dead palm fronds. The female lays a clutch of four to five eggs.

Conservation status

The species is currently listed as Least Concern by the IUCN, with both native and feral populations appearing to be stable and thriving.

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