About the Green-rumped Parrotlet
The Green-rumped Parrotlet (Forpus passerinus) 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 grrpar1 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 | Forpus passerinus |
| Species Codes | grrpar1, GRUP, GRPA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Green-rumped Parrotlet belong to?
The Green-rumped Parrotlet (Forpus passerinus) belongs to the New World and African Parrots family (Psittacidae), in the order Psittaciformes.
How can I identify the Green-rumped Parrotlet?
The Green-rumped Parrotlet 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 Green-rumped Parrotlet sighting?
You can log sightings of Green-rumped Parrotlet on eBird (ebird.org) using species code grrpar1, or on iNaturalist.