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The Puerto Rican amazon measures 28–30 cm (11.0–11.8 in) and weighs 250–300 g (8.8–10.6 oz), or 275 g (9.7 oz) on average. Although small compared to amazons in general, it is similar in size to other Greater Antilles Amazona species. Sexual dimorphism is not present. Both males and females have predominantly green plumage, though their feathers have blue edges. The primary flight feathers of the wings and the main covert feathers are dark blue.
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When to see the Puerto Rican Amazon
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About the Puerto Rican Amazon
The Puerto Rican amazon, also known as the Puerto Rican parrot or iguaca (Taíno), is the only extant parrot endemic to the archipelago and island of Puerto Rico. Measuring 28–30 cm (11.0–11.8 in), the bird is a predominantly green parrot with a red forehead and white rings around the eyes. Belonging to the Neotropical genus Amazona, its closest relatives are believed to be the Cuban amazon and the Hispaniolan amazon.
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Easily confused with
Diademed AmazonAmazona diademaThe diademed amazon grows to a length of about 33 cm (13 in).
Lilacine AmazonAmazona lilacinaThe lilacine amazon is a small parrot, approximately 34 cm long when mature, with primarily green plumage.
Yellow-naped AmazonAmazona auropalliataThe yellow-naped amazon is distinguished by its green forehead and crown and a yellow band across the lower nape (back part of neck) and hindneck.
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