Region

Southwestern Amazon Basin

Typical Environment

The species inhabits lowland humid forests in northern Bolivia and adjacent western to central Brazil, especially south of the Amazon River. It favors terra firme rainforest but also uses seasonally flooded várzea, secondary growth, and forest edges near clearings. Flocks often forage in the canopy and along river corridors where fruiting trees are abundant. It relies on mature trees for nesting sites and will use wooded patches in a mosaic of forests and disturbed habitats.

Altitude Range

Sea level to 700 m

Climate Zone

Tropical

Temperament

social and active

Flight Pattern

short rapid wingbeats with swift, direct flight

Social Behavior

Usually seen in pairs or small flocks, occasionally gathering in larger groups at rich food sources. It is cavity-nesting, using holes in large trees; pairs maintain close contact with soft mutual preening. Breeding timing varies locally but often coincides with periods of peak food availability. Flocks keep in contact with frequent calls while traveling between feeding and roosting sites.

Migratory Pattern

Resident

Song Description

Vocalizations are a series of sharp, high-pitched chattering notes and squeaky contact calls given in rapid bursts. In flocks, softer twittering and murmuring tones are exchanged while foraging. Alarm calls are louder and more piercing, especially during flight.