Distribution: South America (Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Columbia, Paraguay, Uruguay, and Venezuela).
Relative Size and weight-is one of the larger birds in the genus Aratingameasuring approximately 37 cm (14.5 inches) in length and weighting between 140 and 190 grams (4.9 - 6.7 ounces).
Average Lifespan: 20 – 30 years.
Description: The blue crowned conure has a light blue hood that covers the crown, forehead, and the cheeks. Around the eyes a white ring is present. The body is solid green; however, different hues of green are visible. When the tail is fanned open red can be seen. The underside of the wings and tail are also yellow and red. The beak is multicolored; the upper mandible is beige and the lower mandible is black.
