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What does the Orange-fronted Parakeet eat?

Aratinga canicularis

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The Orange-fronted Parakeet's diet shapes where and when you'll find it. Understanding what it eats helps you predict where to look.

Diet overview

Herbivore (frugivore, granivore, nectarivore)

How it forages

Feeds primarily on a variety of fruits, seeds, nuts, berries, and flowers. Known to consume corn, mangoes, and other cultivated crops, sometimes leading to conflict with farmers. They forage in trees and shrubs, often hanging upside down to reach food.

When it feeds

Diurnal. Most active during early morning and late afternoon, foraging and vocalizing.

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