Bald Parrot
Pyrilia aurantiocephala
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Near Threatened
Wingspan
30.7 cm
Weight
151.5 g
Family
Psittacidae
Order
Psittaciformes
About
The Bald Parrot is a Near Threatened parrot found in the lowland forests of the Amazon basin in Brazil, weighing about 151.5g with a wingspan of 30.7cm. It is notable for having a bare, featherless orange head in adults, which is unique among parrots. It inhabits terra firme and várzea forest, feeding on fruit and seeds in the canopy.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 30.7 cm | 12.1 in |
| Weight | 151.5 g | 5.34 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Near Threatened
IUCN Red List
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Psittaciformes (Parrots) |
| Family | Psittacidae (True Parrots) |
| Genus | Pyrilia |
| Species | Pyrilia aurantiocephala |
Names in Other Languages
| Language | Name |
|---|---|
| Chinese | 白頭鸚哥 |
| French | Caïque chauve |
| Portuguese | Pionopsitta aurantiocephala |
External Databases
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Bald Parrot endangered?
The Bald Parrot has a conservation status of Near Threatened.
How big is the Bald Parrot?
The Bald Parrot has a wingspan of 30.7 cm, weight of 151.5 g.
What order and family does the Bald Parrot belong to?
The Bald Parrot (Pyrilia aurantiocephala) belongs to the order Psittaciformes and the family Psittacidae.
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