Monk Parakeet
Monk Parakeet (<em>Myiopsitta monachus</em>) is a species of African &amp; New World Parrots (<em>Psittacidae</em>) in the order Parrots.
Overview
Monk Parakeet (Myiopsitta monachus) is a species of African & New World Parrots (Psittacidae) in the order Parrots. A green-gray parakeet unique among parrots for building large communal stick nests on structures and trees; feral colonies now thrive in many North American and European cities; a highly social species.
Scientific Classification
Genus: Myiopsitta; binomial: Myiopsitta monachus; authority: (Boddaert, 1783). Typical size: 28-30cm. Average lifespan: 10-20 years.
Distribution
Breeding range: South America.
Conservation Status
This taxon is listed as Extant (living) in the IOC World Bird List.
Remarks
No additional remarks recorded.
