Macaw Parakeet
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Aymara Parakeet ( Psilopsiagon aymara ) |
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The Aymara Parakeet ( Psilopsiagon aymara ) is a species of the New World parrots. It occurs in a very large area in South America. As Bolborhynchus aymara it was assigned to the genus of the thick- nosed parakeets until a few years ago . In the meantime, however, it is included in the genus Psilopsiagon together with the lemon parakeet .
Appearance
The Ayurvedic Parakeet reaches a body length of 20 centimeters. The plumage is predominantly green. However, the forehead, crown, back of the head, neck, reins and ear covers are dark gray. The cheeks, chin, neck and upper chest are whitish gray. The wing bend and the wing covers are dark green. The females are often a little more dull in color. In particular, the dark gray cap is significantly lighter in most females compared to that of the male.
Spread and behavior
Like the lemon parakeet, the Arabian Parakeet is a species that is widespread in the highlands of the Andes. The range extends from Bolivia to Argentina. It occurs predominantly on the eastern slopes of the Andes and occurs during the summer half-year at heights of 4,000 meters. They predominantly colonize dry thorn bush areas where temperatures can sometimes drop below freezing point. However, the Egyptian Parakeet has also opened up human settlement areas. They feed mainly on seeds, berries and fruits. Due to the very large distribution area and the general occurrence, the species is not considered endangered (least concern).
Keeping in human care
Aymara parakeets are traditional pets in their range. They are fairly common in markets. However, they were first introduced to Europe in 1959. Since Aymara Parakeets are swarm animals, they should at least be kept as pairs. In a larger outdoor aviary they become playful and more active. You fly a lot and like to fly and have a quiet and pleasant voice.
supporting documents
Individual evidence
literature
- Thomas Arndt: South American Parakeets - Encyclopedia of Parrots and Parakeets . Volume 5, Horst Müller-Verlag, Walsrode 1986, ISBN 3-923269-09-9 .
Web links
- Psilopsiagon aymara inthe IUCN Red List of Threatened Species 2013.1. Listed by: BirdLife International, 2012. Retrieved September 26, 2013.