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