About the Budgerigar
The Budgerigar (Melopsittacus undulatus) is a species of bird in the Old World Parrots family (Psittaculidae), within the order Psittaciformes. This family contains 201 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code budger when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Psittaciformes |
| Family | Old World Parrots (Psittaculidae) |
| Species | Melopsittacus undulatus |
| Species Codes | budger, BUDG |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Budgerigar belong to?
The Budgerigar (Melopsittacus undulatus) belongs to the Old World Parrots family (Psittaculidae), in the order Psittaciformes.
How can I identify the Budgerigar?
The Budgerigar is a member of the Old World Parrots family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Budgerigar sighting?
You can log sightings of Budgerigar on eBird (ebird.org) using species code budger, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in Old World Parrots 201 species
More Birds in Order Psittaciformes
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Quick Stats
Psittaciformes
Order
201
Species in Family
11,201
iNat Observations
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