About the Yellow-faced Parrotlet
The Yellow-faced Parrotlet (Forpus xanthops) 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 yefpar2 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 | Forpus xanthops |
| Species Codes | yefpar2, YFPA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Yellow-faced Parrotlet belong to?
The Yellow-faced Parrotlet (Forpus xanthops) belongs to the New World and African Parrots family (Psittacidae), in the order Psittaciformes.
How can I identify the Yellow-faced Parrotlet?
The Yellow-faced 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 Yellow-faced Parrotlet sighting?
You can log sightings of Yellow-faced Parrotlet on eBird (ebird.org) using species code yefpar2, or on iNaturalist.