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