Red-breasted Pygmy-parrot
Micropsitta bruijnii
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Least Concern
Wingspan
12.6 cm
Weight
13.583333333333334 g
Family
Psittaculidae
Order
Psittaciformes
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 12.6 cm | 5.0 in |
| Weight | 13.583333333333334 g | 0.48 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CV.
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Psittaciformes (Parrots) |
| Family | Psittaculidae (Old World Parakeets) |
| Genus | Micropsitta |
| Species | Micropsitta bruijnii |
Names in Other Languages
| Language | Name |
|---|---|
| French | Micropsitte de Bruijn |
| Indonesian | nuri-kate dada-merah |
| Japanese | アカガシラケラインコ |
| Portuguese | papagaio-pigmeu-de-peito-vermelho |
| Russian | Дятловый попугайчик Бруина |
Distribution
Red-breasted Pygmy-parrot has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Present
Not recorded
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External Databases
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Red-breasted Pygmy-parrot endangered?
The Red-breasted Pygmy-parrot has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Red-breasted Pygmy-parrot nest?
Nest type: CV.
How big is the Red-breasted Pygmy-parrot?
The Red-breasted Pygmy-parrot has a wingspan of 12.6 cm, weight of 13.583333333333334 g.
What order and family does the Red-breasted Pygmy-parrot belong to?
The Red-breasted Pygmy-parrot (Micropsitta bruijnii) belongs to the order Psittaciformes and the family Psittaculidae.
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