Scaly-headed Parrot
Pionus maximiliani
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Least Concern
Wingspan
36.9 cm
Weight
263.0 g
Family
Psittacidae
Order
Psittaciformes
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 36.9 cm | 14.5 in |
| Weight | 263.0 g | 9.28 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CV. Fledging: 63 days.
Clutch Size
3-5
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Psittaciformes (Parrots) |
| Family | Psittacidae (True Parrots) |
| Genus | Pionus |
| Species | Pionus maximiliani |
Names in Other Languages
| Language | Name |
|---|---|
| Arabic | بيونوس مكسيمليان |
| French | Pione de Maximilien |
| German | Maximilianpapagei |
| Japanese | アケボノインコモドキ |
| Portuguese | Maitaca-verde |
| Russian | Красногузый попугай Максимилиана |
Distribution
Scaly-headed 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 Scaly-headed Parrot endangered?
The Scaly-headed Parrot has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Scaly-headed Parrot nest?
Nest type: CV. Fledging: 63 days.
How big is the Scaly-headed Parrot?
The Scaly-headed Parrot has a wingspan of 36.9 cm, weight of 263.0 g.
What order and family does the Scaly-headed Parrot belong to?
The Scaly-headed Parrot (Pionus maximiliani) belongs to the order Psittaciformes and the family Psittacidae.
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