Purple-browed Parrotlet

Touit purpuratus

The Purple-browed Parrotlet (Touit purpuratus) is a small, colorful parrot species found in the South American countries of Brazil, Bolivia, and Paraguay. These parrotlets are known for their vibrant plumage, which includes shades of green, purple, and blue, with a distinctive purple patch on the forehead. They are social birds, often seen in small flocks, and are known for their acrobatic flight and playful behavior. Purple-browed Parrotlets primarily feed on fruits, seeds, and blossoms, and they are important seed dispersers in their native habitats. Despite being relatively common in some areas, habitat loss and capture for the pet trade are potential threats to their populations.

Habitat: Tropical and subtropical forests