Pionopsitta barrabandi, orange-cheeked parrot
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Pionopsitta barrabandi, orange-cheeked parrot
Plate 53 from Christian Ludwig Brehms Monographie der Papageien (1855)
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Cheek Cheeked Parrot Perched Perching Psittacidae Psittaciformes Sauropsida Brehm
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Plate 53 from Christian Ludwig Brehms Monographie der Papageien (1855): A Detailed Illustration of the Orange-cheeked Parrot, Pionopsitta barrabandi This stunning illustration, Plate 53 from Christian Ludwig Brehms Monographie der Papageien (1855), provides an intricate and accurate depiction of the Orange-cheeked Parrot, Pionopsitta barrabandi. The parrot is perched gracefully on a branch, showcasing its vibrant plumage. The orange feathers on its cheeks contrast beautifully with the pink hue of its face, while the rest of its body is adorned with a combination of green and orange feathers. Brehms' meticulous attention to detail is evident in the illustration, which highlights the anatomy of the bird, including the curvature of its beak, the texture of its feathers, and the intricate patterns on its legs. The Orange-cheeked Parrot is a member of the order Sauropsida, class Aves, and the family Psittacidae, specifically the genus Pionopsitta and the species P. barrabandi. Christian Ludwig Brehm (1787-1864) was a German naturalist and ornithologist who dedicated his life to the study of birds. His comprehensive work on parrots, Monographie der Papageien, is considered a seminal contribution to the field of ornithology. This illustration is a testament to Brehm's passion for natural history and his commitment to documenting the natural world in all its intricacy and beauty. The Orange-cheeked Parrot, also known as the Orange-cheeked Conure or the Barraband's Conure, is native to South America and is known for its distinctive orange cheek patches and loud, distinctive calls. Today, this species is considered near-threatened by the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) due to habitat loss and fragmentation.
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