Blue Fronted Amazon

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Scientific Name: Amazona aestiva

DID YOU KNOW?

  • Blue-fronted Amazons are excellent talkers and mimics.
  • They are highly social and form strong bonds.
  • Their blue forehead and yellow face markings are unique identifiers.

EVERY SPECIES COUNT

Blue-fronted Amazons face pressure from deforestation and illegal capture for the pet trade. Conservation education plays an important role in protecting wild populations. Emirates Park Zoo highlights the importance of preserving rainforest habitats.

Curious to Learn More?
Reach out to our Education Team at education@emiratespark.ae we’re happy to share more wild facts!

MY CONSERVATION STATUS
Least Concern 80%

HOW LONG DO I LIVE?

Wild: 40 years
Under human care: Up to 60+ years

WHERE DO I LIVE?

Forests and savannas of South America, especially Brazil and Argentina.

WHAT KIND OF EATER AM I?

Herbivore

WHAT’S ON MY MENU?

Seeds, fruits, berries, nuts, and vegetation.

HOW MUCH DO I WEIGH?

400–550 g