Pyrilia caica

The Caica Parrot is a species of parrot in the family Psittacidae. It was formerly placed in Pionopsitta which is now monotypic. It is found in Brazil, French Guiana, Guyana, Suriname, and Venezuela.

The Pyrilia caica is classified as Least Concern. Does not qualify for a more at risk category. Widespread and abundant taxa are included in this category.

Caica Parrot Pyrilia caica – A distant perched bird was scoped for good views at Imitaca forest. The orange face with ruffling by ear was seen well. An uncommon parrot of this region. Blue-headed Parrot Pionus menstruus - The most common parrot in the lowlands throughout our tour. Seen almost daily. Red-billed Parrot Pionus sordidus – A pair of these small, uniformly dark parrots flew by at eye-level in front of Rancho Grande in the shade. It is the only all dark Pionus it could have been. More