Plain Parakeet
Brotogeris tirica
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Least Concern
Wingspan
22.7 cm
Weight
63.0 g
Family
Psittacidae
Order
Psittaciformes
The Plain Parakeet (Brotogeris tirica) is a bird species in the family Psittacidae (true parrots), within the order Psittaciformes (parrots). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 22.7 cm and a weight of 63 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 22.7 cm | 8.9 in |
| Weight | 63.0 g | 2.22 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CV. Incubation: 26 days. Fledging: 49 days.
Clutch Size
4
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Psittaciformes (Parrots) |
| Family | Psittacidae (True Parrots) |
| Genus | Brotogeris |
| Species | Brotogeris tirica |
Names in Other Languages
| Language | Name |
|---|---|
| Arabic | درة بسيطة |
| French | Toui tirica |
| German | Tirikasittich |
| Japanese | オナガミドリインコ |
| Portuguese | Periquito-verde |
| Russian | Тирика |
Distribution
Plain Parakeet has been recorded in 2 countries.
Present
Not recorded
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External Databases
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Plain Parakeet endangered?
The Plain Parakeet has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Plain Parakeet nest?
Nest type: CV. Incubation: 26 days. Fledging: 49 days.
How big is the Plain Parakeet?
The Plain Parakeet has a wingspan of 22.7 cm, weight of 63.0 g.
What order and family does the Plain Parakeet belong to?
The Plain Parakeet (Brotogeris tirica) belongs to the order Psittaciformes and the family Psittacidae.
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