Amazons

The Amazon parrot is a delightful pet known for its lively and playful demeanor, along with its remarkable ability to mimic human speech. In comparison to other parrot species, such as the Yellow Napes and Double Yellow Heads, Amazon parrots tend to have softer and quieter voices. They make excellent and reliable companions, and their vibrant adult coloration is prominently displayed early on.

Typically measuring between 13 to 17 inches in length, Amazon parrots feature bright green to olive-green feathers edged with black. They have a distinctive forehead color, often blue, and a yellow head and face. Some individuals may display blue and green hues on their cheeks. Shoulder color varies among subspecies, with pure red shoulders in some and a mix of red and yellow in others. Red marks on the secondary wing feathers are a common characteristic. The wings exhibit dark green to dark gray primaries with a bluish shine on the outer web. During a display with a spread tail, the red band in the tail and the marks on the secondaries form a visually striking red semicircle. Ample color variation exists between individual Amazon parrots. They have a black beak, gray legs, and red-orange irises.

Taxonomy:

Amazon parrots fall under the Psittaciformes order, Aratingidae family, Amazoninae subfamily, and Amazona genus.

Subspecies:

Various subspecies exist within the Amazon parrot family, each with its own unique characteristics.

Distribution:

Amazon parrots are found in diverse regions, with specific species inhabiting various areas of the Americas. For example, some may be located in Eastern Brazil, while others can be found in Northern and eastern Bolivia, Paraguay to northern Argentina.