About the Pileated Parrot
The Pileated Parrot (Pionopsitta pileata) 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 recpar3 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 | Pionopsitta pileata |
| Species Codes | recpar3, PIPA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Pileated Parrot belong to?
The Pileated Parrot (Pionopsitta pileata) belongs to the New World and African Parrots family (Psittacidae), in the order Psittaciformes.
How can I identify the Pileated Parrot?
The Pileated Parrot 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 Pileated Parrot sighting?
You can log sightings of Pileated Parrot on eBird (ebird.org) using species code recpar3, or on iNaturalist.