About the Blue-fronted Parrotlet
The Blue-fronted Parrotlet (Touit dilectissimus) 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 bufpar1 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 | Touit dilectissimus |
| Species Codes | bufpar1, BFPA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Blue-fronted Parrotlet belong to?
The Blue-fronted Parrotlet (Touit dilectissimus) belongs to the New World and African Parrots family (Psittacidae), in the order Psittaciformes.
How can I identify the Blue-fronted Parrotlet?
The Blue-fronted 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 Blue-fronted Parrotlet sighting?
You can log sightings of Blue-fronted Parrotlet on eBird (ebird.org) using species code bufpar1, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in New World and African Parrots 183 species
More Birds in Order Psittaciformes
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