About the Pearly Parakeet
The Pearly Parakeet (Pyrrhura lepida) 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 peapar1 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 | Pyrrhura lepida |
| Species Codes | peapar1, PEPA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Pearly Parakeet belong to?
The Pearly Parakeet (Pyrrhura lepida) belongs to the New World and African Parrots family (Psittacidae), in the order Psittaciformes.
How can I identify the Pearly Parakeet?
The Pearly Parakeet 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 Pearly Parakeet sighting?
You can log sightings of Pearly Parakeet on eBird (ebird.org) using species code peapar1, or on iNaturalist.