The Socorro parakeet, known in aviculture as the Socorro green conure or Socorro conure, is a species of bird in subfamily Arinae of the family Psittacidae, the African and New World parrots. It is endemic to Socorro Island in the Revillagigedo Islands, Mexico.
Region
Revillagigedo Archipelago
Typical Environment
Occurs only on volcanic Socorro Island, using native woodland, forest edges, ravines (arroyos), and groves near human settlements. It frequents fruiting trees and wooded slopes, moving between canopy and mid-story while foraging. Birds also visit open areas with scattered trees and scrub, especially where fruit and seeds are available. Nesting is primarily in natural cavities in mature trees and occasionally in rocky crevices.
Altitude Range
Sea level to 1000 m
Climate Zone
Subtropical
Ease of Keeping
Beginner friendly: 1/5
Also called the Socorro green conure, this parakeet is confined to Socorro Island in Mexico’s Revillagigedo Archipelago. It was long treated as a subspecies of the Green Parakeet but is now widely recognized as a distinct species. Its small, isolated population is threatened by habitat degradation and introduced predators. Birds are conspicuous and noisy, often gathering in small flocks around fruiting trees.
Temperament
social and active
Flight Pattern
fast, direct flight with rapid wingbeats
Social Behavior
Typically found in pairs or small, noisy flocks that roam between feeding sites. Pairs are monogamous and nest in cavities, defending the immediate nest area but foraging communally. They roost in groups, often returning to traditional sites.
Migratory Pattern
Resident
Song Description
Loud, harsh screeches and chattering calls carry over long distances, especially in flight. At close range, birds exchange quicker, conversational twitters and contact notes within flocks.
