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Green-cheeked Parakeet

Pyrrhura molinae

The Green-cheeked Parakeet is a small, colorful bird that loves to play and chatter. They are friendly and can even learn to say a few words! Their bright green feathers make them easy to spot.

Habitat: Forests

Appearance

The Green-cheeked Parakeet has a vibrant green body and a distinctive maroon tail. Its head is greyish-brown with contrasting green cheeks and a white scaled pattern on its chest, making it easily identifiable.

KingdomAnimaliaPhylumChordataClassAvesOrderPsittaciformesFamilyPsittacidaeGenusPyrrhura
Green-cheeked Parakeet
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Green-cheeked Parakeet

Category

Birds

Rarity

Common

Danger

1/5 · Very low

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Interesting facts

Green-cheeked Parakeets have even been seen 'play-fighting' just for fun!

Their scientific name, Pyrrhura, means 'fire tail' for their reddish feathers!

These clever birds use their strong feet like hands to hold their food!

They often sleep snuggled together in tree hollows with their whole flock!

Special abilities

Ability

Forest Acrobatics

Green-cheeked Parakeets can fly with incredible agility through dense forest canopies because of their powerful, short wings.

Ability

Seed Cracker Beak

Green-cheeked Parakeets have a strong, curved beak that helps them crack open tough nuts and seeds for food.

Ability

Social Chatter

Green-cheeked Parakeets can communicate complex messages using various calls and chirps because of their vocal cords.

Measurements & details

Length
24-26 cm
Wingspan
30-35 cm
Weight
0.06-0.08 kg
Lifespan
10-15 years
Top Speed
40 km/h
Clutch Size
4-6
Incubation
22-25 days

Diet & Feeding

These colorful birds munch on seeds, fruits, and flowers found in their forest homes!

Primary Foods

  • Seeds
  • Fruits
  • Nuts
  • Berries
  • Flowers

Foraging Method

  • Foraging

Ecological connections

eaten by

Roadside Hawk

Buteo magnirostris

Juvenile parakeets are prey for these common raptors.

eaten by

Boa Constrictor

Boa constrictor

Snakes raid nests for eggs and chicks, or catch adults.

eats

Bolivian Fig

Ficus boliviana

These parakeets frequently feed on ripe fig fruits.

eats

Surinam Cherry

Eugenia uniflora

They enjoy consuming the sweet berries of this shrub.

Traits

Also known as

Green-cheeked Conure

Collections

Safety

Danger

1/5 · Very low

Always watch these birds from a distance and don't try to touch them unless you are with an adult.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is Green-cheeked Parakeet?

24-26 cm

What is Green-cheeked Parakeet's wingspan?

30-35 cm

How much does Green-cheeked Parakeet weigh?

0.06-0.08 kg

How long does Green-cheeked Parakeet live?

10-15 years

How fast can Green-cheeked Parakeet move?

40 km/h

What does Green-cheeked Parakeet eat?

These colorful birds munch on seeds, fruits, and flowers found in their forest homes!

Where is Green-cheeked Parakeet usually found?

Forests

How does Green-cheeked Parakeet hunt?

Foraging

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