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White-cheeked Amazon  (Amazona kawalli)

Also Known As: White-faced Amazon, Kawall's Amazon, White-chinned Amazon
 
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White-cheeked or Kawall’s Amazon, Cristalino Lodge, Mato Grosso, Brazil

Credit: © Arthur Grosset | http://www.arthurgrosset.com
 
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Did You Know?
Amazona kawalli was only recently discovered.

Status in the Wild
World Population:
Not recorded

Range: Amazon basin in Brazil, north-west.

Habitat:
Found in tropical rainforest; prefers water's edge and permanently flooded forest.

Threat Summary:
Appears to be few threats; more studies needed.

IUCN Rating:
Least concern

Wild Diet:
Seed, palm fruits.

CITES Rating:
Appendix II

Ecology:
Nests in cavities of trees in flooded areas.

Clutch and Egg Size:
Not available

Breeding Season:
Not available

More Info Sites:
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