Brown headed Parrot

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Brown headed Parrot Sightings in Pilanesberg National Park

Poicephalus cryptoxanthus

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About the Brown headed Parrot

The brown-headed parrot is a small African parrot associated mainly with coastal and lowland woodland, savanna and forest habitats. It has a green body, a distinctive brown head and a relatively short tail. It feeds primarily on seeds, fruit, flowers, buds and other plant material and may also take small amounts of animal food. It is usually encountered in pairs or small groups and spends much of its time moving through the canopy in search of food.

How to identify the Brown headed Parrot

Small, stocky parrot with a brown head, green body and distinctive yellow colouring on the lower breast and belly. The wings are green with darker flight feathers and the bill is dark grey.

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