About the Yellow-shouldered Amazon
The Yellow-shouldered Amazon (Amazona barbadensis) 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 yespar1 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 barbadensis |
| Species Codes | yespar1, YSAM |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Yellow-shouldered Amazon belong to?
The Yellow-shouldered Amazon (Amazona barbadensis) belongs to the New World and African Parrots family (Psittacidae), in the order Psittaciformes.
How can I identify the Yellow-shouldered Amazon?
The Yellow-shouldered 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-shouldered Amazon sighting?
You can log sightings of Yellow-shouldered Amazon on eBird (ebird.org) using species code yespar1, or on iNaturalist.