Green-cheeked Parakeet
Pyrrhura molinae
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Least Concern
Wingspan
26.6 cm
Weight
71.5 g
Family
Psittacidae
Order
Psittaciformes
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 26.6 cm | 10.5 in |
| Weight | 71.5 g | 2.52 oz |
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CV. Incubation: 22-24 days. Fledging: 49 days.
Clutch Size
3
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Psittaciformes (Parrots) |
| Family | Psittacidae (True Parrots) |
| Genus | Pyrrhura |
| Species | Pyrrhura molinae |
Names in Other Languages
| Language | Name |
|---|---|
| Chinese | 绿颊锥尾鹦鹉 |
| French | Conure de Molina |
| Japanese | ホオミドリアカオウロコインコ |
| Portuguese | Tiriba-de-cara-suja |
| Russian | Зеленощёкий краснохвостый попугай |
| Spanish | Cotorra de Molina |
Distribution
Green-cheeked Parakeet has been recorded in 2 countries.
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Present
Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Green-cheeked Parakeet endangered?
The Green-cheeked Parakeet has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Green-cheeked Parakeet nest?
Nest type: CV. Incubation: 22-24 days. Fledging: 49 days.
How big is the Green-cheeked Parakeet?
The Green-cheeked Parakeet has a wingspan of 26.6 cm, weight of 71.5 g.
What order and family does the Green-cheeked Parakeet belong to?
The Green-cheeked Parakeet (Pyrrhura molinae) belongs to the order Psittaciformes and the family Psittacidae.
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