About the Scaly-naped Amazon
The Scaly-naped Amazon (Amazona mercenarius) 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 scnpar1 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 | Amazona mercenarius |
| Species Codes | scnpar1, SNAM |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Scaly-naped Amazon belong to?
The Scaly-naped Amazon (Amazona mercenarius) belongs to the New World and African Parrots family (Psittacidae), in the order Psittaciformes.
How can I identify the Scaly-naped Amazon?
The Scaly-naped Amazon 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 Scaly-naped Amazon sighting?
You can log sightings of Scaly-naped Amazon on eBird (ebird.org) using species code scnpar1, or on iNaturalist.