Least ConcernRareEndemicFruitForestCavity nestMedium · 68 g
About the Guaiabero
The guaiabero is a species of parrot in the family Psittaculidae, belonging to the monotypic genus Bolbopsittacus and closely related to the lovebirds and hanging parrots. It is endemic to the Philippines and locally known as bubutok. Its common name is derived from its reputation for eating guavas.
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Where it lives
Regular range
When to see it
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Peak activity in March · a resident species across most of its range
Easily confused with
Yellow-collared LovebirdAgapornis personatusThe yellow-collared lovebird is a mainly green small parrot about 14.5 cm (5.5 in) long.
Layard's ParakeetPsittacula calthrapaeLayard's parakeet is a green parrot, 29 cm (11 in) long including a tail up to 13 cm (5.1 in).
Ground ParrotPezoporus wallicusThe ground parrot is a medium-sized parrot, growing up to 30 cm long and weighing approximately 80 grams.
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