About the Puerto Rican Parakeet
The Puerto Rican Parakeet (Psittacara maugei) 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 purpar2 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 | Psittacara maugei |
| Species Codes | purpar2, PRPA, HIPA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Puerto Rican Parakeet belong to?
The Puerto Rican Parakeet (Psittacara maugei) belongs to the New World and African Parrots family (Psittacidae), in the order Psittaciformes.
How can I identify the Puerto Rican Parakeet?
The Puerto Rican 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 Puerto Rican Parakeet sighting?
You can log sightings of Puerto Rican Parakeet on eBird (ebird.org) using species code purpar2, or on iNaturalist.