Crimson-fronted Parakeet

A flock of Crimson-fronted Parakeets flew into the trees over the Laguna del Lagarto Lodge on 14 July 2017. This parrot often travels in groups, often along side other bird species, and is found from El Salvador to western Panama. This limited range is surprising, since these parakeets prefer forest edge. They may be benefiting from deforestation and the species appears to be increasing its range. Furthermore, Crimson-fronted Parakeets are only occasionally trapped and sold in the pet trade (Cornell).