The Orange-winged Amazon is a common and widespread large green parrot found across South America, identifiable by a prominent orange patch on its wings, especially visible in flight.
Where to spot
Widespread across South America, including Amazon basin, Guianas, Venezuela, and eastern Brazil. Inhabits various habitats from forests to urban areas.
How to spot
Look for the orange patch on the outer wing when it flies. Listen for its loud, characteristic squawks and screeches.
When to spot
Easily observed throughout the day, particularly noisy at dawn and dusk. It is a resident species.
Where to spot
Widespread across South America, including Amazon basin, Guianas, Venezuela, and eastern Brazil. Inhabits various habitats from forests to urban areas.
How to spot
Look for the orange patch on the outer wing when it flies. Listen for its loud, characteristic squawks and screeches.
When to spot
Easily observed throughout the day, particularly noisy at dawn and dusk. It is a resident species.
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Orange-winged Amazons are highly social, often forming large, noisy flocks that can be seen flying long distances between feeding and roosting sites.
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