The species is found mainly in the lowlands, but can range up to 1,400 m in Central America and to 1,500 m in Colombia (Jones and Griffiths 2020). It inhabits the canopy of humid forests (Jones and Griffiths 2020). Even though it is sometimes found in secondary growth, forest edges, open habitats or plantations for foraging, it prefers undisturbed forests (Graham 2001; Jones and Griffiths 2020). It is frugivorous and nests are placed in natural tree cavities (Jones and Griffiths 2020).

The species is ranging from southern Mexico through Central America to northern Colombia and extreme north-western Venezuela.

Conservation Actions in Place
Cites Appendix II. The species occurs in various protected areas throughout its range.

Conservation Actions Needed
Survey to produce a detailed assessment of the population size. Monitor the population trend. Monitor rates of habitat loss within the range. Research into the species's ecology and life history. Quantify the impact of hunting and trapping on the population size. Protect suitable habitat within the range. Raise awareness for the species in order to reduce pressure from trapping.