About the Cobalt-winged Parakeet
The Cobalt-winged Parakeet (Brotogeris cyanoptera) 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 cowpar1 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 | Brotogeris cyanoptera |
| Species Codes | cowpar1, CWPA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Cobalt-winged Parakeet belong to?
The Cobalt-winged Parakeet (Brotogeris cyanoptera) belongs to the New World and African Parrots family (Psittacidae), in the order Psittaciformes.
How can I identify the Cobalt-winged Parakeet?
The Cobalt-winged 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 Cobalt-winged Parakeet sighting?
You can log sightings of Cobalt-winged Parakeet on eBird (ebird.org) using species code cowpar1, or on iNaturalist.