Golden-tailed Parrotlet
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    Golden-tailed Parrotlet

    Touit surdus

    Tropical Birds
    Vulnerable

    Conservation Status

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    VU - VulnerableDecreasing population

    Faces a high risk of extinction in the wild.

    The golden-tailed parrotlet is threatened by habitat loss due to deforestation for agriculture and logging. While specific recovery programs are limited, ongoing habitat protection efforts in its native eastern Brazil are crucial. Responsible safari tourism can help by supporting local conservation initiatives and raising awareness about the importance of preserving the parrotlet's fragile ecosystem.

    The golden-tailed parrotlet is a Vulnerable species of bird in subfamily Arinae of the family Psittacidae, the African and New World parrots. It is endemic to eastern Brazil.

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    Where to Find

    Top parks for Golden-tailed Parrotlet. Sightings recorded in 13 safari areas total.

    ● Common (500+ sightings)● Occasional (50-499)● Rare (<50)
    Central & South America
    Parque Estadual da Serra do ConduruNortheast Coast & Caatinga, Brazil
    Rare
    Parque Estadual de Forno GrandeSoutheast Atlantic Forest (Rio de Janeiro & Espírito Santo), Brazil
    Rare
    Parque Estadual de Mata das FloresSoutheast Atlantic Forest (Rio de Janeiro & Espírito Santo), Brazil
    Rare
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