Vulturine Parrot
Vulturine Parrot
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The Vulturine Parrot is a unique and striking parrot from the Amazon, characterized by its bare, dark head and neck, resembling a vulture's, contrasting with its green body.
Where to spot
Humid lowland rainforests in the central and eastern Amazon basin of Brazil and parts of the Guianas. It prefers the upper canopy.
How to spot
Look for its distinctive bare, dark head and neck. Listen for its harsh, guttural calls. Often found in small flocks, feeding quietly in large fruiting trees.
When to spot
Most active in the morning and late afternoon. Can be challenging to spot due to its canopy-dwelling habits. It is a resident.
Where to spot
Humid lowland rainforests in the central and eastern Amazon basin of Brazil and parts of the Guianas. It prefers the upper canopy.
How to spot
Look for its distinctive bare, dark head and neck. Listen for its harsh, guttural calls. Often found in small flocks, feeding quietly in large fruiting trees.
When to spot
Most active in the morning and late afternoon. Can be challenging to spot due to its canopy-dwelling habits. It is a resident.
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Similar to the Bald Parrot, the Vulturine Parrot's bare head is an adaptation for feeding on sticky fruits without soiling its plumage, a remarkable specialization.
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