Yellow-naped Amazon

Amazona auropalliata

The Yellow-naped Amazon, scientifically known as Amazona auropalliata, is a striking parrot species native to Central America. These medium-sized parrots are known for their vibrant green plumage, with a distinctive yellow patch on the nape of their neck. They are highly intelligent and social birds, often found in flocks in their natural habitat. Yellow-naped Amazons are excellent mimics and have a wide range of vocalizations. They primarily feed on fruits, seeds, and nuts, and are known to inhabit a variety of forested habitats, including tropical and subtropical forests, as well as wooded areas near rivers and agricultural land.

Habitat: Tropical and subtropical forests, wooded areas near rivers, agricultural land