About the Spectacled Parrotlet
The Spectacled Parrotlet (Forpus conspicillatus) 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 spepar1 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 | Forpus conspicillatus |
| Species Codes | spepar1, SPPA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Spectacled Parrotlet belong to?
The Spectacled Parrotlet (Forpus conspicillatus) belongs to the New World and African Parrots family (Psittacidae), in the order Psittaciformes.
How can I identify the Spectacled Parrotlet?
The Spectacled Parrotlet 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 Spectacled Parrotlet sighting?
You can log sightings of Spectacled Parrotlet on eBird (ebird.org) using species code spepar1, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in New World and African Parrots 183 species
More Birds in Order Psittaciformes
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