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Aratinga canicularis
Found from Mexico to Costa Rica, in a variety of habitats including mangrove swamps. Interestingly enough, it builds its nest in termite nests. It feeds mainly on wild figs, but also eats seeds and other fruit.
Mangrove swamp
A nesting pair, they had made their nest in a nearby termite nest
Spotted on Apr 1, 2012
Submitted on Jul 24, 2012
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