Image via Macaulay Library
Andean Parakeet
- Scientific name
- Bolborhynchus orbygnesius
- Family
- Psittacidae
- Conservation status
- Near threatened
- Habitat
- Forest mixed
- Wing shape
- Rounded
- Tail shape
- Pointed
Where it came from
The Andean Parakeet, scientifically known as Bolborhynchus orbygnesius, is a species native to the high-altitude forests and scrublands of the Andes, primarily spanning parts of Peru and Bolivia. It was formally described by the French naturalist Charles de Souancé in 1856, who named it in honor of the French explorer Alcide d'Orbigny. As a member of the Psittacidae family, its evolutionary adaptation to the rugged, temperate mountain climate has made it a subject of interest for ornithologists studying high-altitude avian biology.
The bird is characterized by a compact, robust frame, featuring distinctively rounded wings that assist in its maneuverability through dense, shrubby vegetation, contrasted with a pointed tail that aids in directional stability during flight. Its plumage is predominantly green, serving as effective camouflage against the canopy of its montane habitat. While not widely kept in captivity due to its specialized requirements and the difficulty of mimicking its native environment, it remains a significant species for regional biodiversity and is recognized for its unique adaptation to the vertical landscape of the Andes.
Generated by Pi, the collecto.rs collecting companion
Who's collecting this
Real birds collectors on collecto.rs who have this in their public collection.
About Andean Parakeet
Andean Parakeet is a bird in the Birdwatching catalog on collecto.rs. Catalog data is sourced from eBird. No public birds collectors track this one yet — adding yours would make you the first on collecto.rs.
How many collectors track Andean Parakeet on collecto.rs?
Andean Parakeet doesn't have any public collectors on collecto.rs yet. Sign up to add it and become the first.
Can I track my own copy of Andean Parakeet?
Yes. collecto.rs is free — sign up to log your bird, upload photos, record condition, edition, and acquisition cost, and connect with other birdwatching collectors. Your collection stays private by default.
Where does the Andean Parakeet catalog entry come from?
The catalog entry for Andean Parakeet is sourced from eBird. Catalog-level facts stay consistent across every collector; your own data (condition, edition, acquisition notes) is yours.
Is collecto.rs birds tracking free?
Yes. Tracking your birds is free — no paid tier required to catalog items, upload photos, or share your collection.
Track every bird you own
Free. Fun. Collection photos, notes, organization, value tracking, friends — all in one place.
Sign up free
