About the Brown-headed Parrot
The Brown-headed Parrot (Poicephalus cryptoxanthus) 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 brhpar2 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 | Poicephalus cryptoxanthus |
| Species Codes | brhpar2, BHPA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Brown-headed Parrot belong to?
The Brown-headed Parrot (Poicephalus cryptoxanthus) belongs to the New World and African Parrots family (Psittacidae), in the order Psittaciformes.
How can I identify the Brown-headed Parrot?
The Brown-headed Parrot 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-headed Parrot sighting?
You can log sightings of Brown-headed Parrot on eBird (ebird.org) using species code brhpar2, or on iNaturalist.