About the Green-cheeked Parakeet
The green-cheeked parakeet, also sometimes known as the green-cheeked conure in aviculture, is a species of bird in subfamily Arinae of the family Psittacidae, aka the parrots. It is found in Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, and Paraguay. It is also a popular pet bird.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Psittaciformes |
| Family | New World and African Parrots (Psittacidae) |
| Species | Pyrrhura molinae |
| Species Codes | gncpar, GCPA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Green-cheeked Parakeet belong to?
The Green-cheeked Parakeet (Pyrrhura molinae) belongs to the New World and African Parrots family (Psittacidae), in the order Psittaciformes.
How can I identify the Green-cheeked Parakeet?
The green-cheeked parakeet, also sometimes known as the green-cheeked conure in aviculture, is a species of bird in subfamily Arinae of the family Psittacidae, aka the parrots. It is found in Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, and Paraguay. It is also a popular pet bird....
Where can I report a Green-cheeked Parakeet sighting?
You can log sightings of Green-cheeked Parakeet on eBird (ebird.org) using species code gncpar, or on iNaturalist.
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