Head to head
Mealy Parrot vs Orange-winged Amazon
Mealy Parrot
VS Orange-winged Amazon
Both are Amazona parrots that visit clay licks and eat a similar fruit-and-seed diet, but their size and distinguishing markings differ.
| Mealy Parrot | Orange-winged Amazon | |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific name | Amazona farinosa | Amazona amazonica |
| Conservation status | Least Concern | Least Concern |
| Body size | One of the largest Amazona parrots | Smaller than the mealy parrot |
| Distinguishing feature | Dusty, mealy whitish bloom | Orange and blue wing patches, yellow cheeks |
| Abundance | Common within its range | Among the most common and widely kept Amazon parrots |
| Range | Mexico through much of South America | Northern and central South America |
| Habitat | Rainforest | Rainforest, forest |
| Diet | Fruit, seeds, nuts, flowers | Fruit, seeds, nuts, flowers |
Mealy Parrot vs Orange-winged Amazon: common questions
Which parrot is larger?
The mealy parrot is, ranking among the largest members of the Amazona genus, compared to the smaller orange-winged amazon.
Which parrot is more commonly kept as a pet?
The orange-winged amazon is, ranking among the most frequently kept Amazon parrots in captivity worldwide, more so than the mealy parrot.
How can you tell these two parrots apart?
The mealy parrot shows a dusty, mealy whitish bloom over its green plumage, while the orange-winged amazon is identified by orange and blue wing patches and bright yellow cheeks.