Jandaya Parakeet

Overview

Jandaya Parakeet (Aratinga jandaya) is a species of African & New World Parrots (Psittacidae) in the order Parrots. A bright orange-and-yellow parakeet with green wings, endemic to northeastern Brazil; a popular pet known for its playful personality; lives in small flocks in dry forests and palm groves.

Scientific Classification

Genus: Aratinga; binomial: Aratinga jandaya; authority: (Gmelin, JF, 1788). Typical size: 30cm. Average lifespan: 15-25 years.

Distribution

Breeding range: South America.

Conservation Status

This taxon is listed as Extant (living) in the IOC World Bird List.

Remarks

No additional remarks recorded.