Like other parrots, Blue-headed Pionus are very social and gather in larger groups when foraging or sleeping.  They reach maturity at 2 to 4 years of age. These parrots build their nests in tree cavities and typically lay a clutch of 3 to 4 white eggs. The incubation period lasts approximately 26 days. The young parrots start to wean at around 12 weeks old and usually become independent by 3 months of age. Their diet primarily consists of fruits, seeds, berries, and blossoms.

 

Although Blue-headed Pionus parrots are categorized as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List due to their wide distribution and large population, their numbers are decreasing as a result of deforestation.

 

These parrots can live for 30 to 45 years.