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Black-hooded Parakeet

Nandayus nenday

Description:

South American bird but has established colonies in CA & FL.

Habitat:

In urban areas feeding on palm fruit.

Notes:

I wonder if they nest in this metal structure...I often see them in it.

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7 Comments

chebeague7
chebeague7 12 years ago

so cute!!!

ceherzog
ceherzog 12 years ago

I think I've heard that before...that's how it goes with common names. But, scientist are continually changing scientific names, as well.

MishaCainNell
MishaCainNell 12 years ago

Have you ever heard these referred to (common name) as "nanday conure?" When I worked in zoos, that's what we called them but lately I keep hearing "black hooded." Any thoughts on that?

ceherzog
ceherzog 12 years ago

Thanks...it does seem like it might get rather hot in there.

KarenL
KarenL 12 years ago

How lovely!

Jaybird
Jaybird 12 years ago

Looks like a good choice for these cavity nesters.

Atul
Atul 12 years ago

lovely picture !!

ceherzog
Spotted by
ceherzog

Sarasota, Florida, USA

Spotted on Jan 8, 2012
Submitted on Jan 8, 2012

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