Lilac-crowned Amazon

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The Lilac-crowned Amazon is a large, predominantly green parrot from western Mexico, distinguished by its violet-blue crown and a reddish band across its forehead.

Where to spot

Pacific slopes of western Mexico, inhabiting deciduous, semi-deciduous, and evergreen forests. Can also be found in cultivated areas.

How to spot

Look for its distinct violet-blue crown and reddish forehead band. Listen for its loud, rolling calls, often described as 'rol-rol-rol'.

When to spot

Best observed during early morning and late afternoon when flying to and from feeding or roosting sites. It is a resident.

Where to spot

Pacific slopes of western Mexico, inhabiting deciduous, semi-deciduous, and evergreen forests. Can also be found in cultivated areas.

How to spot

Look for its distinct violet-blue crown and reddish forehead band. Listen for its loud, rolling calls, often described as 'rol-rol-rol'.

When to spot

Best observed during early morning and late afternoon when flying to and from feeding or roosting sites. It is a resident.

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Lilac-crowned Amazons are known for their strong pair bonds and are often seen flying in pairs even within larger flocks, maintaining close relationships.

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