Black-headed Parrot vs Cuban Parakeet
Pionites melanocephalus compared with Psittacara euops
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Black-headed Parrot | Cuban Parakeet |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Pionites melanocephalus | Psittacara euops |
| Order | Psittaciformes | Psittaciformes |
| Family | Psittacidae | Psittacidae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Vulnerable |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 27.1 cm (10.7 in) | 26.5 cm (10.4 in) |
| Weight | 151.33333333333334 g (5.34 oz) | 87.0 g (3.07 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 2 | 2-5 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Black-headed Parrot
Vulnerable
Cuban Parakeet
About These Birds
Black-headed Parrot
The Black-headed Parrot is a medium-sized, robust parrot with a jet-black head, bright yellow-orange nape and thighs, and vivid green upperparts. It inhabits humid lowland forests north of the Amazon River, ranging from Colombia and Venezuela to Brazil and Peru. It forages in the canopy and midstory, feeding on seeds, fruits, and berries, often in noisy flocks.