White-breasted Parakeet

Pyrrhura albipectus

The White-breasted Parakeet (Pyrrhura albipectus) is a small parrot species found in the humid forests of the Andes in South America. It is known for its vibrant plumage, with a predominantly green body, a white breast, and red patches on the wings. These parakeets are social birds, often seen in small flocks, and are known for their playful and inquisitive nature. They feed on a variety of fruits, seeds, and vegetation, and are important seed dispersers in their ecosystem. Habitat loss and trapping for the pet trade are the main threats to their population.

Habitat: Humid Andean forests