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It runs Google's Perch, a research-grade acoustic model covering nearly 15,000 species. When a call is ambiguous, we say so honestly and let you record a second clip to confirm, rather than guessing.

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Birdsong field guide

Barred Parakeet

Bolborhynchus lineola

The Barred Parakeet is a small, stocky Neotropical parrot distinguished by its unique black scalloped plumage and unusually calm, quiet temperament. Often found in high-altitude forests, it is noted for its horizontal walking posture and social nature.

What it sounds like

Soft, musical 'klee-klee' or 'chit-it' notes; generally much quieter and more melodic than other small parrots.

Reference call, compare with what you heard

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Rec. Manuel Sánchez-Nivicela · EcuadorCC BY-NC-ND Xeno-canto

Field notes

They inhabit high-elevation montane and cloud forests, sometimes occurring at altitudes up to 3,300 meters.
Unlike many psittacines that climb vertically, Barred Parakeets typically walk with their bodies held in a distinct horizontal position.
The species is known for 'huddling' behavior, where individuals sit tightly packed together to maintain warmth in cold mountain climates.
Their primary diet consists of bamboo seeds, various fruits, and insect larvae gathered from the forest canopy.
They exhibit altitudinal migration, moving to lower elevations during periods of extreme cold or food scarcity in the highlands.

Habitat

Humid montane forests, cloud forests, and wooded borders.

Range

Highlands of southern Mexico and Central America to the Andes of South America (Venezuela to Peru).

Similar & commonly confused birds

Andean ParakeetBolborhynchus orbygnesius Rufous-fronted ParakeetBolborhynchus ferrugineifrons

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