Yellow-breasted Pygmy-parrot vs Alexandrine Parakeet
Micropsitta meeki compared with Palaeornis eupatria
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Yellow-breasted Pygmy-parrot | Alexandrine Parakeet |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Micropsitta meeki | Palaeornis eupatria |
| Order | Psittaciformes | Psittaciformes |
| Family | Psittaculidae | Psittaculidae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Near Threatened |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 11.5 cm (4.5 in) | 42.0 cm (16.5 in) |
| Weight | 13.8 g (0.49 oz) | 228.0 g (8.04 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | -- | 3-4 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Shared Habitats
None
Yellow-breasted Pygmy-parrot only
Alexandrine Parakeet only
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Yellow-breasted Pygmy-parrot
Near Threatened
Alexandrine Parakeet
About These Birds
Alexandrine Parakeet
The Alexandrine Parakeet is a large, near-threatened parakeet weighing about 228 g with a wingspan of 42 cm. Native to South and Southeast Asia, it is recognised by its large red bill, green plumage, and distinctive red shoulder patch, and is one of the largest ring-necked parakeet relatives.