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