Blue-headed Parrot
Taxonomy: (Pionus menstruus)
Spanish Name: Loro cabeciazul
Conservation Status: Least Concern
Lifespan: ~40 years
Distribution: The blue-headed parrot (Pionus menstruus) is found from southern Mexico through Central America and across northern South America, inhabiting lowland tropical forests, forest edges, and secondary growth up to about 1,500 meters in elevation.
Behavior: The blue-headed parrot (Pionus menstruus) is found from southern Mexico through Central America and across northern South America, inhabiting lowland tropical forests, forest edges, and secondary growth up to about 1,500 meters in elevation.
Weight: 210 - 275 grams
Diet: The blue-headed parrot diet mainly consisting of fruits, seeds, berries, nuts, and blossoms.
Reproduction: The blue-headed parrot typically nests in tree cavities during the rainy season, laying 3–5 eggs. Incubation takes around 26–28 days, and the chicks fledge after about 8–10 weeks.
Threats: In Costa Rica, the blue-headed parrot’s main threats are deforestation and habitat fragmentation caused by agriculture and development. Additionally, illegal trapping for the pet trade poses a risk, although it’s less severe than in some other countries. Conservation efforts focus on protecting forest habitats and enforcing wildlife trade regulations.
At Alturas: We currently have three blue-headed parrots here in our sanctuary
