Turquoise-winged Parrotlet
Turquoise-winged Parrotlet
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Spengel's Parrotlet is a small, often debated parrotlet species, sometimes considered a subspecies of the Blue-winged Parrotlet, found in Colombia. Males exhibit blue flight feathers and rump.
Where to spot
Limited to specific areas in northern Colombia, inhabiting dry to semi-humid scrub and open woodlands.
How to spot
Look for its small size and the blue flight feathers and rump in males. Listen for their typical parrotlet calls, which are high-pitched and chirpy.
When to spot
Active during the day. Can be seen year-round.
Where to spot
Limited to specific areas in northern Colombia, inhabiting dry to semi-humid scrub and open woodlands.
How to spot
Look for its small size and the blue flight feathers and rump in males. Listen for their typical parrotlet calls, which are high-pitched and chirpy.
When to spot
Active during the day. Can be seen year-round.
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The taxonomic status of Spengel's Parrotlet is a subject of ongoing debate among ornithologists, highlighting the complexities of species identification.
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