About the Brown-backed Parrotlet
The Brown-backed Parrotlet (Touit melanonotus) 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 brbpar1 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 | Touit melanonotus |
| Species Codes | brbpar1, BBPA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Brown-backed Parrotlet belong to?
The Brown-backed Parrotlet (Touit melanonotus) belongs to the New World and African Parrots family (Psittacidae), in the order Psittaciformes.
How can I identify the Brown-backed Parrotlet?
The Brown-backed Parrotlet 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 Brown-backed Parrotlet sighting?
You can log sightings of Brown-backed Parrotlet on eBird (ebird.org) using species code brbpar1, or on iNaturalist.