Rufous-fronted Parakeet
The Rotstirnsittich ( Bolborhynchus ferrugineifrons ) is a type of Neuweltpapageien. It occurs only in a very small area of distribution in South America. The species is classified by the IUCN as endangered ( vulnerable ). The current population is estimated at only 2,000 to 4,000 individuals. Very little is known about the life in the wild.
Appearance
The Rotstirnsittich reaches a body length of 18 centimeters. Along the beak base runs on the forehead, the reins, the cheeks and the chin a rust- red band. Back plumage and crest, back of the head and neck and bend of wing, wing-covers and wings are dark green.
The beak is gray and brightens to the top on a yellow horn. The naked eye ring is gray. The iris is dark brown. The feet are yellowish gray.
Distribution area
The Rotstirnsittich occurs exclusively in the Colombian Central Andes. The distribution area of only 3,200 square kilometers and is highly fragmented. Most observations were made in the region of the volcanic massif Ruiz- Tolima in the region of Tolima, Risaralda, Quindio and Caldas. Back to main distribution point counts, among others the Los Nevados National Park