Amazonian Parrotlet vs Bald Parrot
Nannopsittaca dachilleae compared with Pyrilia aurantiocephala
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Amazonian Parrotlet | Bald Parrot |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Nannopsittaca dachilleae | Pyrilia aurantiocephala |
| Order | Psittaciformes | Psittaciformes |
| Family | Psittacidae | Psittacidae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Near Threatened |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 16.4 cm (6.5 in) | 30.7 cm (12.1 in) |
| Weight | 41.75 g (1.47 oz) | 151.5 g (5.34 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | -- | -- |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Amazonian Parrotlet
Near Threatened
Bald Parrot
About These Birds
Amazonian Parrotlet
The Amazonian Parrotlet is a small parrot weighing about 42 g with a 16.4 cm wingspan, found in bamboo stands and riverside forest in western Amazonia. It moves in flocks, feeding on seeds and foraging within dense bamboo thickets.
Bald Parrot
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.