About the Plain Parakeet
The plain parakeet is a species of bird in subfamily Arinae of the family Psittacidae, the African and New World parrots. It is endemic to Brazil.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Psittaciformes |
| Family | New World and African Parrots (Psittacidae) |
| Species | Brotogeris tirica |
| Species Codes | plapar1, PLPA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Plain Parakeet belong to?
The Plain Parakeet (Brotogeris tirica) belongs to the New World and African Parrots family (Psittacidae), in the order Psittaciformes.
How can I identify the Plain Parakeet?
The plain parakeet is a species of bird in subfamily Arinae of the family Psittacidae, the African and New World parrots. It is endemic to Brazil....
Where can I report a Plain Parakeet sighting?
You can log sightings of Plain Parakeet on eBird (ebird.org) using species code plapar1, or on iNaturalist.
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More Birds in Order Psittaciformes
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