About the Painted Parakeet
The Painted Parakeet (Pyrrhura picta) 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 paipar2 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 picta |
| Species Codes | paipar2, PAIP, PAPA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Painted Parakeet belong to?
The Painted Parakeet (Pyrrhura picta) belongs to the New World and African Parrots family (Psittacidae), in the order Psittaciformes.
How can I identify the Painted Parakeet?
The Painted 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 Painted Parakeet sighting?
You can log sightings of Painted Parakeet on eBird (ebird.org) using species code paipar2, or on iNaturalist.