Burrowing Parrot
Cyanoliseus patagonus
The Burrowing Parrot (Cyanoliseus patagonus) is a uncommon african and new world parrot found in 8 countries, weighing about 278 g. The burrowing parrot, also known as the burrowing parakeet or the Patagonian conure, is a species of parrot native to Argentina and Chile.
About the Burrowing Parrot
The burrowing parrot, also known as the burrowing parakeet or the Patagonian conure, is a species of parrot native to Argentina and Chile. It belongs to the monotypic genus Cyanoliseus, with four subspecies that are currently recognized.
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How to identify it
Adults measure 39–52 cm in length, with a wingspan of 23–25 cm and a long, graduated tail that can range from 21 to 26 cm. Burrowing parrots are slightly sexually dimorphic, with males being slightly larger and weighing approximately 253-340 g, while females weigh 227-304 g, making it the largest member of the group of New World parakeet species commonly known as conures.
Where it lives
Recorded as a rare visitor in United States, Spain, Singapore, Portugal.
When to see it
The Burrowing Parrot can be seen all year round, with peak activity in October. It is a resident species across most of its range.
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Quick questions
- How do you identify a Burrowing Parrot?
- Adults measure 39–52 cm in length, with a wingspan of 23–25 cm and a long, graduated tail that can range from 21 to 26 cm. Full identification notes are on this page.
- How big is a Burrowing Parrot?
- The Burrowing Parrot is a medium sized bird weighing about 278 g.
- Where can you see a Burrowing Parrot?
- The Burrowing Parrot occurs in 8 countries, including Argentina, Chile, Mexico and Uruguay.
- What birds look similar to a Burrowing Parrot?
- The Burrowing Parrot is most easily confused with the Austral Parakeet, the Brown-headed Parrot and the Pacific Parrotlet.
- Is the Burrowing Parrot endangered?
- The Burrowing Parrot is listed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.
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