About the Black-winged Parrot
The Black-winged Parrot (Hapalopsittaca melanotis) 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 blwpar1 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 | Hapalopsittaca melanotis |
| Species Codes | blwpar1, BWPA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Black-winged Parrot belong to?
The Black-winged Parrot (Hapalopsittaca melanotis) belongs to the New World and African Parrots family (Psittacidae), in the order Psittaciformes.
How can I identify the Black-winged Parrot?
The Black-winged 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 Black-winged Parrot sighting?
You can log sightings of Black-winged Parrot on eBird (ebird.org) using species code blwpar1, or on iNaturalist.