Ecuadorian Amazon

Endemic to western Ecuador, this bird lives in 2 endangered ecosystems: it roosts at night in mangroves and feeds in dry tropical forests. These 2 ecosystems must be close enough to allow daily movements of these birds. It feeds mainly on fruits, seeds, berries, insects, and nuts. The Ecuadorian Amazon is classified as endangered on the IUCN Red List. Urbanization, destruction of their habitat, and capture for illegal pet trade threaten Ecuadorian Amazons. It is listed in a European breeding program.