Yellow-faced Parrotlet
Forpus xanthops
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Vulnerable
Wingspan
18.0 cm
Weight
35.0 g
Family
Psittacidae
Order
Psittaciformes
The Yellow-faced Parrotlet (Forpus xanthops) is a bird species in the family Psittacidae (true parrots), within the order Psittaciformes (parrots). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 18 cm and a weight of 35 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Vulnerable.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 18.0 cm | 7.1 in |
| Weight | 35.0 g | 1.23 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Vulnerable
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CV. Incubation: 20-24 days. Fledging: 30-40 days.
Clutch Size
3-6
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Psittaciformes (Parrots) |
| Family | Psittacidae (True Parrots) |
| Genus | Forpus |
| Species | Forpus xanthops |
Names in Other Languages
| Language | Name |
|---|---|
| Arabic | ببغاء أصفر الوجه |
| French | Toui à tête jaune |
| Japanese | キガシラマメルリハシインコ |
| Russian | Желтолицый воробьиный попугайчик |
Distribution
Yellow-faced Parrotlet has been recorded in 1 countries.
Present
Not recorded
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External Databases
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Yellow-faced Parrotlet endangered?
The Yellow-faced Parrotlet has a conservation status of Vulnerable.
How does the Yellow-faced Parrotlet nest?
Nest type: CV. Incubation: 20-24 days. Fledging: 30-40 days.
How big is the Yellow-faced Parrotlet?
The Yellow-faced Parrotlet has a wingspan of 18.0 cm, weight of 35.0 g.
What order and family does the Yellow-faced Parrotlet belong to?
The Yellow-faced Parrotlet (Forpus xanthops) belongs to the order Psittaciformes and the family Psittacidae.
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