Maroon-faced Parakeet
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    Maroon-faced Parakeet

    Pyrrhura leucotis

    Tropical Birds
    Vulnerable

    Conservation Status

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    VU - VulnerableDecreasing population

    Faces a high risk of extinction in the wild.

    The Maroon-faced Parakeet is threatened by habitat loss due to deforestation and the illegal pet trade. While specific recovery programs are limited, ongoing efforts to protect its remaining Atlantic Forest habitat are crucial. Responsible safari tourism helps by providing economic incentives for local communities to conserve these forests and by raising awareness about the importance of protecting this vulnerable species.

    The white-eared parakeet or maroon-faced parakeet is a Vulnerable species of bird in subfamily Arinae of the family Psittacidae, the African and New World parrots. It is endemic to Brazil.

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    Where to Find

    Top parks for Maroon-faced Parakeet. Sightings recorded in 3 safari areas total.

    ● Common (500+ sightings)● Occasional (50-499)● Rare (<50)
    Central & South America
    Parque Estadual do Rio DoceSoutheast Atlantic Forest (Rio de Janeiro & Espírito Santo), Brazil
    Rare
    Parque Estadual da Serra do ConduruNortheast Coast & Caatinga, Brazil
    Rare
    Parque Nacional da Serra das LontrasSoutheast Atlantic Forest (Rio de Janeiro & Espírito Santo), Brazil
    Rare
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