Cliff Parakeet
Cliff Parakeet (<em>Myiopsitta luchsi</em>) is a species of African &amp; New World Parrots (<em>Psittacidae</em>) in the order Parrots.
Overview
Cliff Parakeet (Myiopsitta luchsi) is a species of African & New World Parrots (Psittacidae) in the order Parrots.
Scientific Classification
Genus: Myiopsitta; binomial: Myiopsitta luchsi; authority: (Finsch, 1868).
Distribution
Breeding range: South America.
Conservation Status
This taxon is listed as Extant (living) in the IOC World Bird List.
Remarks
Cliff Parakeet is split from Monk Parakeet based on plumage, habitat and distinct vocalizations (Collar 1997; Russello et al. 2008; HBW Alive; SACC 1021).
