Pyrrhura melanura
Meet the maroon-tailed parakeet: its taxonomic place, natural range and conservation record.
Scientific names follow AviList v2025b. Read the taxonomy and source notes for changes in classification.
The maroon-tailed parakeet (Pyrrhura melanura) is a species of bird in subfamily Arinae of the family Psittacidae, the African and New World parrots. It is found in Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Venezuela.
AviList v2025b records this species as not evaluated. Assessments and taxonomy can change; follow the source checklist for updates.
Names, family, range and conservation record: AviList Core Team (2026), AviList v2025b, CC BY 4.0. Species summary: Wikipedia contributors, CC BY-SA 4.0. Length, weight and longevity when listed: World Parrot Trust species account.
Image: Anthony Kaduck. Original file and full credit · CC BY-SA 4.0. Display size and encoding adjusted.
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