Pyrrhura

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Pyrrhura
Green-cheeked parakeet (Pyrrhura molinae)
Scientific classification Edit this classification
Domain: Eukaryota
Kingdom: Animalia
Phylum: Chordata
Class: Aves
Order: Psittaciformes
Family: Psittacidae
Tribe: Arini
Genus: Pyrrhura
Bonaparte, 1856

Pyrrhura is a genus of medium-sized parrot.

Pyrrhura is in the Psittacinae subfamily (neotropical parrots). They come from central South America, and mostly live in wet forests. Some kinds are endangered.

Pyrrhura can grow up to 12 inches depending on the species. They all have long tails and are mostly green.

Some types of Pyrrhura are popular as pets. When they are pets, they are normally called Conures.


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There are many species of parrot in Pyrrhura:

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