Sun Parakeet
Aratinga solstitialis
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Endangered
Wingspan
31.2 cm
Weight
120.5 g
Family
Psittacidae
Order
Psittaciformes
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 31.2 cm | 12.3 in |
| Weight | 120.5 g | 4.25 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Endangered
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Incubation: 28 days. Fledging: 56 days.
Clutch Size
3-4
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Psittaciformes (Parrots) |
| Family | Psittacidae (True Parrots) |
| Genus | Aratinga |
| Species | Aratinga solstitialis |
Names in Other Languages
| Language | Name |
|---|---|
| Arabic | باراكيت الشمس |
| Chinese | 太阳鹦哥 |
| French | Conure soleil |
| German | Sonnensittich |
| Indonesian | Bayan matahari |
| Japanese | コガネメキシコインコ |
| Portuguese | Jandaia-amarela |
| Russian | Солнечная аратинга |
| Thai | ซันคอนัวร์ |
Distribution
Sun Parakeet has been recorded in 5 countries.
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Present
Not recorded
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External Databases
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Sun Parakeet endangered?
The Sun Parakeet has a conservation status of Endangered.
How does the Sun Parakeet nest?
Incubation: 28 days. Fledging: 56 days.
How big is the Sun Parakeet?
The Sun Parakeet has a wingspan of 31.2 cm, weight of 120.5 g.
What order and family does the Sun Parakeet belong to?
The Sun Parakeet (Aratinga solstitialis) belongs to the order Psittaciformes and the family Psittacidae.
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