St. Vincent Amazon
Amazona guildingii
St. Vincent • National Bird
IUCN Status
Endangered
The St. Vincent Amazon (Amazona guildingii), also known as the St. Vincent Parrot, is one of the most spectacular and rare Amazon parrots. Endemic to the island of St. Vincent in the Caribbean, it displays a stunning mix of green, yellow, orange, and violet-blue plumage with a multicoloured head. Known for its intelligent, playful, and vocal nature, this species is a national symbol of St. Vincent and the Grenadines. Due to habitat loss and hurricanes, it remains Endangered, with intensive conservation efforts ongoing.
General Description
| Common Name | St. Vincent Amazon (St. Vincent Parrot) |
| Latin Name | Amazona guildingii |
| Family | Psittacidae • Amazon Parrots |
| Adult Size | 40–46 cm (16–18 in) |
| Weight | 600–800 g |
| Life Span | 50–70+ years in captivity |
| Sexual Maturity | 5–7 years |
| Clutch Size | 2–3 eggs |
| Gender Difference | Minimal visual dimorphism. Males are slightly larger with broader heads; DNA testing is recommended. |
| Natural Habitat | Montane rainforests and elfin woodland on the island of St. Vincent. |
| Origin / Range | Endemic to the island of St. Vincent (Lesser Antilles, Caribbean). |
| Care Level | Advanced • Requires large aviary and experienced keeper |
Amazona guildingii • Adult showing multicoloured head and green body
ST. VINCENT AMAZON • SPECTACULAR CARIBBEAN PARROT
Plumage & Features
The St. Vincent Amazon is one of the most colourful Amazons, with a mix of green, yellow, orange, violet-blue, and white on the head and neck. The body is predominantly green with a red wing speculum and a broad red band on the tail. It is large and robust with a powerful beak.
Juveniles have less colour on the head and duller overall plumage. This species is known for its strong voice and relatively calm, majestic presence compared to smaller Amazons.
Conservation Status:
Endangered (IUCN Red List) — CITES Appendix I
Amazona Genus
St. Vincent (Caribbean)
St. Vincent Amazon