About the Bald Parrot
The Bald Parrot (Pyrilia aurantiocephala) 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 balpar1 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 | Pyrilia aurantiocephala |
| Species Codes | balpar1, BAPA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Bald Parrot belong to?
The Bald Parrot (Pyrilia aurantiocephala) belongs to the New World and African Parrots family (Psittacidae), in the order Psittaciformes.
How can I identify the Bald Parrot?
The Bald Parrot 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 Bald Parrot sighting?
You can log sightings of Bald Parrot on eBird (ebird.org) using species code balpar1, or on iNaturalist.