Black-capped Parakeet
Pyrrhura rupicola
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The Black-capped Parakeet is a medium-sized, green parakeet of southwestern Amazonian forests in Peru and Bolivia, with a distinctive blackish cap, scaly appearance on the breast, and maroon tail. It inhabits lowland tropical forests and forest edges, foraging in the canopy for seeds, fruits, and berries. It is social, moving in small to medium-sized noisy flocks through the forest.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 24.8 cm | 9.8 in |
| Weight | 75.0 g | 2.65 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Behavior & Breeding
Clutch Size
7
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Psittaciformes (Parrots) |
| Family | Psittacidae (True Parrots) |
| Genus | Pyrrhura |
| Species | Pyrrhura rupicola |
Names in Other Languages
| Language | Name |
|---|---|
| French | Conure à cape noire |
| Japanese | イワウロコインコ |
| Portuguese | Tiriba-rupestre |
| Russian | Скалистый краснохвостый попугай |
Distribution
Black-capped Parakeet has been recorded in 2 countries.
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Psittacidae family