Brotogeris


Brotogeris is a genus of small parrots endemic to Central and South America. The closest relative is the monk parakeet. They eat seeds and fruit.
The word "Brotogeris" means "having the voice of a human." In the language of their native countries, which is mostly Spanish, they are called "pericos" - the translation of which is "parakeet."Their average life span is 15 years; although some have been reported to have lived up to 35 years. Also, the bird was found in Rio Grande do Sul in South America, what means that Brotogenis lives there too.

Taxonomy

List of species of the genus:
The species of the genus Brotogeris form a monophyletic group whose closest relative is the monk parakeet. The species are positioned in two separate clades.

Species photographs