Maggie – Kawall’s amazon

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Maggie – Kawall’s amazon (Amazona kawalli), also known as the white-faced amazon, white-cheeked amazon or Kawall’s parrot, is a relatively large species of parrot in the family Psittacidae. It is endemic to the south-central Amazon. After not having been recorded in the wild for around 70 years, the species was rediscover in the 1980s. Considerable taxonomic confusion has surrounded this species. “Aberrant mealy amazons”, which actually were the Kawall’s amazon, were first noted in 1904. It was only in 1989 that the Kawall’s amazon was recognise as a species after Brazilian bird keeper Nelson Kawall (after whom the species is named) receive a few unusual amazons.

Kawall’s Amazon is a rare and fascinating parrot species native to the Brazilian Amazon rainforest. Name after Dr. Emilio Kawall, the ornithologist who collect the first specimen, this species is know for its striking appearance, elusive nature, and unique calls. Kawall’s Amazon is a medium-to-large parrot measuring about 35 to 38 centimeters in length, with a predominantly bright green plumage providing excellent camouflage within the dense foliage of the Amazon rainforest. Its primary flight feathers are dark blue to violet, which become especially visible during flight. The tail feathers are green with subtle hints of red and blue, adding to its colorful appearance. The beak is pale and slightly hooked, perfectly adapted for cracking nuts, seeds, and fruits.

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The species is endemic to the Brazilian Amazon, particularly within the central and lower regions of the Madeira River and the lower Purus River basins. It primarily inhabits tropical lowland rainforests, especially areas near rivers and seasonally flooded forests. Despite its relatively restricted range, the bird often remains undetected due to its secretive behavior and excellent camouflage.

Kawall’s Amazon is typically observe in pairs or small flocks, and its loud, distinctive calls play a vital role in maintaining flock cohesion and marking territory. During the breeding season, pairs nest in tree cavities, with the female laying around two to four eggs, which she incubates while the male provides food. The chicks are altricial, meaning they hatch blind and featherless, requiring significant parental care before fledging.

According to the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN), Kawall’s Amazon is currently classified as Near Threatened, facing threats such as habitat loss due to deforestation, illegal logging, and land conversion for agriculture and cattle ranching. Conservation efforts focus on habitat protection, legal enforcement against illegal trade, and ecological research to ensure the long-term survival of this remarkable parrot species.