About the Orange-cheeked Parrot
The orange-cheeked parrot, also known as Barraband's parrot, is a species of parrot in the family Psittacidae. It was formerly placed in the genus Pionopsitta, which is now monotypic.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Psittaciformes |
| Family | New World and African Parrots (Psittacidae) |
| Species | Pyrilia barrabandi |
| Species Codes | orcpar2, OCPA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Orange-cheeked Parrot belong to?
The Orange-cheeked Parrot (Pyrilia barrabandi) belongs to the New World and African Parrots family (Psittacidae), in the order Psittaciformes.
How can I identify the Orange-cheeked Parrot?
The orange-cheeked parrot, also known as Barraband's parrot, is a species of parrot in the family Psittacidae. It was formerly placed in the genus Pionopsitta, which is now monotypic....
Where can I report a Orange-cheeked Parrot sighting?
You can log sightings of Orange-cheeked Parrot on eBird (ebird.org) using species code orcpar2, or on iNaturalist.
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Quick Stats
Psittaciformes
Order
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Species in Family
318
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