Pacific Parrotlet
Forpus coelestis
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Least Concern
Wingspan
15.4 cm
Weight
26.1 g
Family
Psittacidae
Order
Psittaciformes
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 15.4 cm | 6.1 in |
| Weight | 26.1 g | 0.92 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CV. Incubation: 17 days. Fledging: 30 days.
Clutch Size
4-6
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Psittaciformes (Parrots) |
| Family | Psittacidae (True Parrots) |
| Genus | Forpus |
| Species | Forpus coelestis |
Names in Other Languages
| Language | Name |
|---|---|
| French | Toui céleste |
| German | Blaugenick-Sperlingspapagei |
| Japanese | マメルリハシインコ |
| Russian | Воробьиный попугайчик Лессона |
Distribution
Pacific Parrotlet has been recorded in 4 countries.
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Present
Not recorded
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External Databases
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Pacific Parrotlet endangered?
The Pacific Parrotlet has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Pacific Parrotlet nest?
Nest type: CV. Incubation: 17 days. Fledging: 30 days.
How big is the Pacific Parrotlet?
The Pacific Parrotlet has a wingspan of 15.4 cm, weight of 26.1 g.
What order and family does the Pacific Parrotlet belong to?
The Pacific Parrotlet (Forpus coelestis) belongs to the order Psittaciformes and the family Psittacidae.
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