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Orange-winged Amazon
- Scientific name
- Amazona amazonica
- Family
- Psittacidae
- Conservation status
- Least concern
- Habitat
- Forest mixed
- Wing shape
- Broad
- Tail shape
- Rounded
Where it came from
The Orange-winged Amazon, scientifically classified as Amazona amazonica, is a medium-sized parrot native to a vast range across northern South America and Trinidad. Within the avian hobby, this species has long been appreciated for its adaptability and relatively stable population in the wild compared to more endangered Amazon parrots. It was formally described by Carl Linnaeus in 1766, and its taxonomy reflects its widespread distribution throughout tropical forests and palm savannas.
The bird is distinguished by its characteristic broad wing shape and rounded tail, features that facilitate its agile, direct flight through dense canopy environments. Its common name is derived from the bright orange speculum visible on the wings during flight, a trait that makes the species easily identifiable to ornithologists and bird enthusiasts. Historically, the species has been noted for its inquisitive temperament and distinct vocalizations, which have solidified its place as a recognizable member of the Psittacidae family.
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