52,824 observationsLeast Concern
Monk Parakeet
Myiopsitta monachus
Taxonomy
Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Aves ›Order: Psittaciformes ›Family: Psittacidae ›Genus: Myiopsitta
About
The monk parakeet (Myiopsitta monachus), also known as the Quaker parrot, is a small, bright-green parrot with a greyish breast and greenish-yellow abdomen. In most taxonomies, it is classified as the only member of the genus Myiopsitta. It originates from the temperate to subtropical areas of Argentina and the surrounding countries in South America. Self-sustaining feral populations occur in many places, mainly in North America and Europe.
Frequently Asked Questions
- The scientific name of Monk Parakeet is Myiopsitta monachus.
- The Monk Parakeet has a conservation status of Least Concern.
- Monk Parakeet belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
- Monk Parakeet belongs to the phylum Chordata.
- Monk Parakeet belongs to the class Aves.
- Monk Parakeet belongs to the order Psittaciformes.
- Monk Parakeet belongs to the family Psittacidae.
- Monk Parakeet belongs to the genus Myiopsitta.