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Blue-winged Parrotlet

Blue-winged Parrotlet

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The Blue-winged Parrotlet is a very small, widespread parrotlet found in central and eastern South America, named for the prominent blue on the male's wing coverts and rump.
Where to spot
Widespread across central and eastern South America, including Brazil, Bolivia, Paraguay, and northern Argentina. Inhabits various habitats from forests to savannas.
How to spot
Look for its tiny size and the male's striking blue wing coverts and rump. Listen for their high-pitched, rapidly repeated calls.
When to spot
Easily observed throughout the day, particularly when foraging. It is a resident species.
File:Cobalt-rumped parrotlet Forpus xanthopterygius (51672081727).jpg
File:Forpus xanthopterygius -Goias, Brazil -female-8.jpg
File:Forpus xanthopterygius -Goias, Brazil -male-8.jpg
File:Forpus xanthopterygius -Goias, Brazil -male-8 (cropped).jpg
File:Forpus xanthopterygius - Júlio Castellain - 332354198.jpeg
File:Cobalt-rumped parrotlet Forpus xanthopterygius (51672081727).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Forpus xanthopterygius -Goias, Brazil -female-8.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Forpus xanthopterygius -Goias, Brazil -male-8.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Forpus xanthopterygius -Goias, Brazil -male-8 (cropped).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Forpus xanthopterygius - Júlio Castellain - 332354198.jpeg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
Blue-winged Parrotlets are known for their energetic and rapid flight, often darting quickly through the trees, making them a challenge to follow.
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