About the Meek's Pygmy-Parrot
Meek's pygmy parrot, also known as the yellow-breasted pigmy parrot, is a species of small parrot in the family Psittacidae. It is endemic to Papua New Guinea.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Psittaciformes |
| Family | Old World Parrots (Psittaculidae) |
| Species | Micropsitta meeki |
| Species Codes | meppar1, YBPP, MEPP, MPPA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Meek's Pygmy-Parrot belong to?
The Meek's Pygmy-Parrot (Micropsitta meeki) belongs to the Old World Parrots family (Psittaculidae), in the order Psittaciformes.
How can I identify the Meek's Pygmy-Parrot?
Meek's pygmy parrot, also known as the yellow-breasted pigmy parrot, is a species of small parrot in the family Psittacidae. It is endemic to Papua New Guinea....
Where can I report a Meek's Pygmy-Parrot sighting?
You can log sightings of Meek's Pygmy-Parrot on eBird (ebird.org) using species code meppar1, or on iNaturalist.
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