Latin Etymology: Psittacara ("parrot head") finschi (for explorer Friedrich Finsch)
Crimson-fronted Parakeet (Psittacara finschi) at Location, Costa Rica - November 2025
Featured Subspecies: N/A
Weight: 135-175g / Length: 28cm / Wingspan: ?
NO UK STATUS / IUCN Red List: Least Concern
A parrot species with a limited range from Nicaragua to Panama, that favours less dense forests and semi open landscapes, though has also adapted to urban life in cities such as San Jose. They are a social bird which may gather in flocks of up to 30 to feed. Their primary food sources include fruits, flowers and grains.
Related Species:
Order: Psittaciformes
Family: Psittacidae
Genus: Psittacara
SUBSPECIES: none - monotypic
- Sighting Locations -
COSTA RICA - Spanish - Perico Frentirrojo ("Red-fronted Parakeet")
A widespread resdent of lowlands.
- COSTA RICA 2025 TRIP: Seen at San Jose
Further Notes: BirdForum Opus, IUCN Red List, RSPB, Wikipedia, Xeno-canto
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