About the Spot-winged Parrotlet
The Spot-winged Parrotlet (Touit stictopterus) 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 spwpar2 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 | Touit stictopterus |
| Species Codes | spwpar2, SWPA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Spot-winged Parrotlet belong to?
The Spot-winged Parrotlet (Touit stictopterus) belongs to the New World and African Parrots family (Psittacidae), in the order Psittaciformes.
How can I identify the Spot-winged Parrotlet?
The Spot-winged Parrotlet 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 Spot-winged Parrotlet sighting?
You can log sightings of Spot-winged Parrotlet on eBird (ebird.org) using species code spwpar2, or on iNaturalist.