When I got my first Bronze Winged 10 years ago, they were never common, but a bit easier to find than now. There are quite a few breeders in the US who USED TO breed BW, but have since gotten rid of their breeding stock. They seem a little hard to breed, and are not in demand. There is a "cult following" of Bronze Winged Pionus, but they're not popular and sought after in general. I think a lot of breeders were not interested in keeping a bird who is a finicky breeder and also doesn't command a high price. Raven is from Indiana. I love the Duskies too, but the BW is my favorite in terms of looks. Raven is a male, and is pretty crotchety lol.
! They should've made Northern CA and Southern CA 2 different states. Such different worlds there!
I did see that add from Florida, but tried a few months back with them and no answer. It's so crazy how Pionus aren't more well known. They really are the perfect parrot. I had one retired BW Breeder explain why they aren't being bred much anymore. It really comes down to the $. When newbies come into a bird store, they want the BIGGEST most COLORFUL, best TALKING parrots. These guys aren't that. The other parrots can demand a higher price. What people don't know unless they've owned one, is that their colors are striking, they are quiet, independent, and the most loyal birds. I adore my WC. I've had him since he was weaned and that was 12 years ago. I eventual want to have every species of Pi that is available. But I'm just dying to own a BW and Dusky.
