About the Burrowing Parakeet
The Burrowing Parakeet (Cyanoliseus patagonus) 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 burpar 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 | Cyanoliseus patagonus |
| Species Codes | burpar, BUPA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Burrowing Parakeet belong to?
The Burrowing Parakeet (Cyanoliseus patagonus) belongs to the New World and African Parrots family (Psittacidae), in the order Psittaciformes.
How can I identify the Burrowing Parakeet?
The Burrowing 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 Burrowing Parakeet sighting?
You can log sightings of Burrowing Parakeet on eBird (ebird.org) using species code burpar, or on iNaturalist.