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Psittaciformes - Parrots, Parakeets, Macaws, Cockatoos

There are over 350 species of colorful birds in this order. They range in size from 4-40 inches. They have thick, hooked bills; zygodactyl feet with two toes pointing forward and two backward; and muscular tongues.

 

Classification

 Phylum: Chordata
 Class: Aves
 Order: Psittaciformes