About the Blue-cheeked Amazon
The Blue-cheeked Amazon (Amazona dufresniana) 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 blcpar2 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 | Amazona dufresniana |
| Species Codes | blcpar2, BCAM |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Blue-cheeked Amazon belong to?
The Blue-cheeked Amazon (Amazona dufresniana) belongs to the New World and African Parrots family (Psittacidae), in the order Psittaciformes.
How can I identify the Blue-cheeked Amazon?
The Blue-cheeked Amazon 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 Blue-cheeked Amazon sighting?
You can log sightings of Blue-cheeked Amazon on eBird (ebird.org) using species code blcpar2, or on iNaturalist.