dusky-headed parakeet
(Aratinga weddellii)
This species is Introduced in the United States
Origin
Aratinga weddellii is native to South America. Dusky-headed parakeet were introduced to the United States as escaped or intentionally released pets.
Life Cycle
Adult A. weddellii plumage is primarily green on the body with a gray-brown head and tail feathers have a blue tip. Dusky-headed parakeets are 11 in. (28 cm) in length and 3.3-4 oz (95-115 g) in weight. A. weddellii are found in pairs during the breeding season and small flocks outside of breeding. Females lay 3-4 eggs per clutch in tree cavities or arboreal termite nests. Incubation lasts approximately 25 days. Hatchlings fledge the nest between 8-9 weeks after hatching.
Distribution
A. weddellii are found in southern Florida.
Control Efforts
The effects of A. weddellii are unknown.
https://www.parrots.org/encyclopedia/dusky-headed-conure
Aratinga weddellii is native to South America. Dusky-headed parakeet were introduced to the United States as escaped or intentionally released pets.
Life Cycle
Adult A. weddellii plumage is primarily green on the body with a gray-brown head and tail feathers have a blue tip. Dusky-headed parakeets are 11 in. (28 cm) in length and 3.3-4 oz (95-115 g) in weight. A. weddellii are found in pairs during the breeding season and small flocks outside of breeding. Females lay 3-4 eggs per clutch in tree cavities or arboreal termite nests. Incubation lasts approximately 25 days. Hatchlings fledge the nest between 8-9 weeks after hatching.
Distribution
A. weddellii are found in southern Florida.
Control Efforts
The effects of A. weddellii are unknown.
https://www.parrots.org/encyclopedia/dusky-headed-conure
Maps
EDDMapS Distribution - This map is incomplete and is based only on current site and county level reports made by experts, herbaria, and literature. For more information, visit www.eddmaps.org
State Lists - This map identifies those states that have this species on their invasive species list or law.
Taxonomic Rank
| Domain: Eukarya |
| Kingdom: Animalia |
| Phylum: Chordata |
| Class: Aves |
| Order: Psittaciformes |
| Family: Psittacidae |
| Genus: Aratinga |
| Aratinga weddellii |
References
Common Name Reference: Integrated Taxonomic Information System on-line database.
Scientific Name Reference: Integrated Taxonomic Information System on-line database.