About the Mountain Parakeet
The mountain parakeet, also known as the golden-fronted parakeet, is a species of parrot, one of two in the genus Psilopsiagon within the family Psittacidae. It is found in the Puna grassland. Its natural habitat is subtropical or tropical high-altitude shrubland. Four subspecies are recognised.
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Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Psittaciformes |
| Family | New World and African Parrots (Psittacidae) |
| Species | Psilopsiagon aurifrons |
| Species Codes | moupar2, MOPA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Mountain Parakeet belong to?
The Mountain Parakeet (Psilopsiagon aurifrons) belongs to the New World and African Parrots family (Psittacidae), in the order Psittaciformes.
How can I identify the Mountain Parakeet?
The mountain parakeet, also known as the golden-fronted parakeet, is a species of parrot, one of two in the genus Psilopsiagon within the family Psittacidae. It is found in the Puna grassland. Its natural habitat is subtropical or tropical high-altitude shrubland. Four subspecies are recognised....
Where can I report a Mountain Parakeet sighting?
You can log sightings of Mountain Parakeet on eBird (ebird.org) using species code moupar2, or on iNaturalist.
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