The Bronze-winged Parrot is a beautiful medium-sized parrot from the Andes, named for the bronzy sheen on its wings. It also exhibits a dusky blue body and a reddish undertail.
Where to spot
Humid montane and cloud forests along the Andes, from northern Venezuela through Colombia, Ecuador, and northwestern Peru.
How to spot
Look for the subtle bronze sheen on the wings and the dusky blue body. Listen for their distinctive high-pitched, ringing calls, often described as 'peep-peep'.
When to spot
Best seen during early morning and late afternoon foraging. It is a resident species.
Where to spot
Humid montane and cloud forests along the Andes, from northern Venezuela through Colombia, Ecuador, and northwestern Peru.
How to spot
Look for the subtle bronze sheen on the wings and the dusky blue body. Listen for their distinctive high-pitched, ringing calls, often described as 'peep-peep'.
When to spot
Best seen during early morning and late afternoon foraging. It is a resident species.
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Bronze-winged Parrots often forage in small, quiet flocks, making them somewhat inconspicuous despite their size and subtle colors.
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