Imperial Amazon

Amazona imperialis

The imperial amazon or Dominican amazon, also known as the sisserou or sisserou parrot, is a parrot found only on the Caribbean island of Dominica. It has been designated as the national bird of Dominica, and features on the national flag of Dominica. The species is critically endangered. In 2019, it was estimated there were only about 50 mature individuals left in the wild.

Scientific name

Amazona imperialis

Family

New World and African Parrots

IUCN status

CR