Cactus Parakeet
Eupsittula cactorum
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Least Concern
Wingspan
27.2 cm
Weight
120.0 g
Family
Psittacidae
Order
Psittaciformes
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 27.2 cm | 10.7 in |
| Weight | 120.0 g | 4.23 oz |
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Incubation: 16-26 days. Fledging: 42 days.
Clutch Size
3-6
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Psittaciformes (Parrots) |
| Family | Psittacidae (True Parrots) |
| Genus | Eupsittula |
| Species | Eupsittula cactorum |
Names in Other Languages
| Language | Name |
|---|---|
| Arabic | درة كاتنغا |
| German | Kaktussittich |
| Japanese | シャボテンインコ |
| Portuguese | periquito-da-caatinga |
| Spanish | Aratinga de los cactos |
| Vietnamese | Aratinga cactorum |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Cactus Parakeet endangered?
The Cactus Parakeet has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Cactus Parakeet nest?
Incubation: 16-26 days. Fledging: 42 days.
How big is the Cactus Parakeet?
The Cactus Parakeet has a wingspan of 27.2 cm, weight of 120.0 g.
What order and family does the Cactus Parakeet belong to?
The Cactus Parakeet (Eupsittula cactorum) belongs to the order Psittaciformes and the family Psittacidae.
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