Maroon-tailed Parakeet
Pyrrhura melanura
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Least Concern
Wingspan
25.8 cm
Weight
74.5 g
Family
Psittacidae
Order
Psittaciformes
The Maroon-tailed Parakeet (Pyrrhura melanura) is a bird species in the family Psittacidae (true parrots), within the order Psittaciformes (parrots). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 25.8 cm and a weight of 74.5 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 25.8 cm | 10.2 in |
| Weight | 74.5 g | 2.63 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Incubation: 25 days. Fledging: 49-56 days.
Clutch Size
4
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Psittaciformes (Parrots) |
| Family | Psittacidae (True Parrots) |
| Genus | Pyrrhura |
| Species | Pyrrhura melanura |
Names in Other Languages
| Language | Name |
|---|---|
| French | Conure de Souancé |
| Japanese | オグロウロコインコ |
| Portuguese | Tiriba-fura-mata |
| Russian | Чернохвостый попугай |
Distribution
Maroon-tailed Parakeet has been recorded in 4 countries.
Present
Not recorded
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External Databases
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Maroon-tailed Parakeet endangered?
The Maroon-tailed Parakeet has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Maroon-tailed Parakeet nest?
Incubation: 25 days. Fledging: 49-56 days.
How big is the Maroon-tailed Parakeet?
The Maroon-tailed Parakeet has a wingspan of 25.8 cm, weight of 74.5 g.
What order and family does the Maroon-tailed Parakeet belong to?
The Maroon-tailed Parakeet (Pyrrhura melanura) belongs to the order Psittaciformes and the family Psittacidae.
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