Yellow Shouldered Amazon (Amazona barbadensis)
Location:
Yellow Shouldered Amazons can be found found in northern Venezuela, the islands of Margarita,
La Blanquilla, and Bonaire.
Description:
Generally the Yellow Shouldered Amazon is mostly green with yellow on the head, shoulders and thighs.
Size:
Mature birds are about 31 cm (12 in.). Adult Weight: 270g (9.4 oz)
Social Behaviours:
Yellow Shouldered Amazons are playful, intelligent and very curious. They can become good talkers.
Activities:
Yellow Shouldered Amazons are acrobats. They are active and enjoy swings and hanging toys.
Lifespan:
50 to 60 years, depending on nutrition and care.
The information provided here is a quick profile of the species and by no means complete.
More comprehensive information can be obtained from many other sites on the internet.
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Updated May 28, 2023
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