About the Austral Parakeet
The Austral Parakeet (Enicognathus ferrugineus) is a species of bird in the New World and African Parrots family (Psittacidae), within the order Psittaciformes. This family contains 183 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code auspar1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Psittaciformes |
| Family | New World and African Parrots (Psittacidae) |
| Species | Enicognathus ferrugineus |
| Species Codes | auspar1, AUPA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Austral Parakeet belong to?
The Austral Parakeet (Enicognathus ferrugineus) belongs to the New World and African Parrots family (Psittacidae), in the order Psittaciformes.
How can I identify the Austral Parakeet?
The Austral Parakeet is a member of the New World and African Parrots family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Austral Parakeet sighting?
You can log sightings of Austral Parakeet on eBird (ebird.org) using species code auspar1, or on iNaturalist.