Rufous-fronted Parakeet
Bolborhynchus ferrugineifrons
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Vulnerable
Wingspan
24.2 cm
Weight
64.0 g
Family
Psittacidae
Order
Psittaciformes
The Rufous-fronted Parakeet (Bolborhynchus ferrugineifrons) is a bird species in the family Psittacidae (true parrots), within the order Psittaciformes (parrots). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 24.2 cm and a weight of 64 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Vulnerable.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 24.2 cm | 9.5 in |
| Weight | 64.0 g | 2.26 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Vulnerable
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CV.
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Psittaciformes (Parrots) |
| Family | Psittacidae (True Parrots) |
| Genus | Bolborhynchus |
| Species | Bolborhynchus ferrugineifrons |
Names in Other Languages
| Language | Name |
|---|---|
| French | Toui à front roux |
| German | Rotstirnsittich |
| Japanese | チャビタイインコ |
| Portuguese | periquito-tolima |
| Russian | Краснолобый толстоклювый попугай |
Distribution
Rufous-fronted Parakeet has been recorded in 2 countries.
Present
Not recorded
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External Databases
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Rufous-fronted Parakeet endangered?
The Rufous-fronted Parakeet has a conservation status of Vulnerable.
How does the Rufous-fronted Parakeet nest?
Nest type: CV.
How big is the Rufous-fronted Parakeet?
The Rufous-fronted Parakeet has a wingspan of 24.2 cm, weight of 64.0 g.
What order and family does the Rufous-fronted Parakeet belong to?
The Rufous-fronted Parakeet (Bolborhynchus ferrugineifrons) belongs to the order Psittaciformes and the family Psittacidae.
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