The Blue-throated Parakeet is a vibrant parakeet endemic to the Atlantic Forest of eastern Brazil, characterized by its bright blue throat and green body with red patches on the belly and wings.
Where to spot
Humid Atlantic Forest in eastern Brazil, particularly in primary and mature secondary forests.
How to spot
Look for its blue throat, which is a key identification feature, along with red belly and wing patches. Listen for its loud, chattering calls.
When to spot
Active throughout the day, often more visible in the morning and late afternoon. It is a resident.
Where to spot
Humid Atlantic Forest in eastern Brazil, particularly in primary and mature secondary forests.
How to spot
Look for its blue throat, which is a key identification feature, along with red belly and wing patches. Listen for its loud, chattering calls.
When to spot
Active throughout the day, often more visible in the morning and late afternoon. It is a resident.
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The Blue-throated Parakeet often forages in the mid-canopy for fruits and seeds, sometimes joining mixed-species flocks, demonstrating its social nature.
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