Monk parakeet

Myiopsitta monachus

Family: Psittacidae Order: parrot Conservation: Least Concern
Monk parakeet

About the Monk parakeet

species of bird

Fun Facts About Monk parakeet

  • The Monk parakeet (Myiopsitta monachus) is a bird species found in North America.
  • This species can be observed across various North American habitats.

Conservation Status

The Monk parakeet is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List. This species is currently stable and not at significant risk of population decline.

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Taxonomy & Classification

Orderparrot
FamilyPsittacidae
GenusMyiopsitta
SpeciesMyiopsitta monachus

Range & Habitat

Range map of Monk parakeet

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Related Species

Other species in the Psittacidae family: