Spix's Macaw vs Amazonian Parrotlet
Cyanopsitta spixii compared with Nannopsittaca dachilleae
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Spix's Macaw | Amazonian Parrotlet |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Cyanopsitta spixii | Nannopsittaca dachilleae |
| Order | Psittaciformes | Psittaciformes |
| Family | Psittacidae | Psittacidae |
| Conservation Status | Extinct in the Wild | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 55.5 cm (21.9 in) | 16.4 cm (6.5 in) |
| Weight | 298.6666666666667 g (10.54 oz) | 41.75 g (1.47 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 2-3 | -- |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Extinct in the Wild
Spix's Macaw
Least Concern
Amazonian Parrotlet
About These Birds
Amazonian Parrotlet
The Amazonian Parrotlet is a small parrot weighing about 42 g with a 16.4 cm wingspan, found in bamboo stands and riverside forest in western Amazonia. It moves in flocks, feeding on seeds and foraging within dense bamboo thickets.