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  1. Parrot | Description, Types, & Facts | Britannica

    May 5, 2026 · Parrots are extremely social creatures, and their ability to mimic sounds is closely tied to their social nature. In the wild, parrots use vocalizations to communicate, establish territory, and even …

  2. 21 Types of Parrots: Info, Pictures & History - Hepper

    Jan 19, 2026 · There are approximately 400 species of parrots in the world, ranging from the parakeet to the hyacinth macaw. Some, like parakeets and cockatiels, are considered excellent pet species, …

  3. Parrot - Wikipedia

    Lories, lorikeets, hanging parrots, and swift parrots are primarily nectar and pollen consumers, and have tongues with brush tips to collect it, as well as some specialised gut adaptations.

  4. Parrot Facts: Habits, Habitat & Species - Live Science

    Jul 24, 2014 · Parrots are members of the order Psittaciformes, which includes more than 350 bird species, including parakeets, macaws, cockatiels and cockatoos, according to the Integrated …

  5. Parrot | Birds | BBC Earth

    Jan 21, 2025 · With their bright colourful plumage, fierce intelligence, and ability to mimic human speech, parrots are perhaps the world’s most fascinating birds.

  6. Parrot Encyclopedia | World Parrot Trust

    Discover the wild lives of over 400 parrot species. There are over 400 species of parrot - learn about their lives.

  7. Parrots - National Geographic

    Parrots are found in warm climates all over most of the world. The greatest diversities exist in Australasia, Central America, and South America. Many parrots are kept as pets, especially...

  8. Parrot Animal Facts - Psittaciformes - A-Z Animals

    Aug 5, 2025 · Parrots (order Psittaciformes) are a diverse group of mostly tropical/subtropical birds characterized by strong curved bills, zygodactyl feet (two toes forward, two back), and high social …

  9. Parrots: List of Types, Facts, Care as Pets, Pictures

    Parrots are a family of birds with around 400 species. A typical parrot’s characteristic features are its vibrant colors and the downward-curving bill, with a strong, highly dexterous tongue. They are among …

  10. 15 Types of Parrots: Facts and Photos - TRVST

    Parrots, scientifically known as Psittaciformes, belong to a distinct order within the Aves class or types of birds. This order branches into three superfamilies: Psittacoidea (true parrots), Cacatuoidea …