What does the Lineolated Parakeet eat?

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

Diet overview

Herbivore (primarily granivorous and frugivorous)

How it forages

Feeds primarily on seeds, fruits, berries, and flower buds. They are often observed foraging in the canopy, sometimes hanging upside down to reach food items. They are particularly fond of seeds from grasses and small trees.

When it feeds

Diurnal. Most active during the early morning and late afternoon.

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