About the Brown-breasted Parakeet
The flame-winged parakeet, also known as the brown-breasted parakeet, is a species of parrot in the family Psittacidae. It is endemic to forest edge and shrub at altitudes of 1,700–3,400 m (5,600–11,200 ft) above sea level on the east Andean slope in Colombia. It is threatened by habitat loss.
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Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Psittaciformes |
| Family | New World and African Parrots (Psittacidae) |
| Species | Pyrrhura calliptera |
| Species Codes | brbpar2, BBPA, FWPA |
| Conservation | VU Vulnerable |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Brown-breasted Parakeet belong to?
The Brown-breasted Parakeet (Pyrrhura calliptera) belongs to the New World and African Parrots family (Psittacidae), in the order Psittaciformes.
What is the conservation status of the Brown-breasted Parakeet?
The Brown-breasted Parakeet is classified as "Vulnerable" (VU) by IUCN Red List.
How can I identify the Brown-breasted Parakeet?
The flame-winged parakeet, also known as the brown-breasted parakeet, is a species of parrot in the family Psittacidae. It is endemic to forest edge and shrub at altitudes of 1,700–3,400 m (5,600–11,200 ft) above sea level on the east Andean slope in Colombia. It is threatened by habitat loss....
Where can I report a Brown-breasted Parakeet sighting?
You can log sightings of Brown-breasted Parakeet on eBird (ebird.org) using species code brbpar2, or on iNaturalist.
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