About the El Oro Parakeet
The El Oro Parakeet (Pyrrhura orcesi) 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 elopar1 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 | Pyrrhura orcesi |
| Species Codes | elopar1, EOPA |
| Conservation | EN Endangered |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the El Oro Parakeet belong to?
The El Oro Parakeet (Pyrrhura orcesi) belongs to the New World and African Parrots family (Psittacidae), in the order Psittaciformes.
What is the conservation status of the El Oro Parakeet?
The El Oro Parakeet is classified as "Endangered" (EN) by IUCN Red List.
How can I identify the El Oro Parakeet?
The El Oro 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 El Oro Parakeet sighting?
You can log sightings of El Oro Parakeet on eBird (ebird.org) using species code elopar1, or on iNaturalist.