Yellow-Headed Amazon

About
Scientific name: Amazona oratrix
Place of Origin: Mexico
Lifespan (in wild): 20 to 30 years
Weight: 1.1 lbs
Body size: 15-27 inches long
Diet: Omnivore
Fun Facts
- These parrots are considered very good singers and talkers and are generally known as noisy birds.
- Yellow-Headed Amazon’s will often fly silently, unlike many other parrots.
- Yellow-headed amazons are monogamous.
Conservation Status
Endangered
Annual Cost of Care
The cost to care for this animal per year is $300.
Through our Adopt a Species program, you have an opportunity to provide for this animal’s needs by paying for the annual cost of care. Check out our Donate page for other ways you can give!