The Ara macao cyanoptera, known as the Scarlet Macaw, is classified as endangered under NOM 059 and is listed in Appendix I of CITES. This large bird measures between 81 and 96 cm. Originally, its distribution in Mexico extended from the southern region of Tamaulipas, along the Gulf of Mexico, to Chiapas. Currently, it exists only in two areas: the jungles of Chiapas near the Guatemala border and in Oaxaca bordering Chiapas. It can also be found in Palenque, Chiapas, and Los Tuxtlas, Veracruz, following two successful reintroduction projects. Its habitat consists of lowland tropical rainforests and remote areas of humid forests, often located near rivers throughout its range. Major threats to the species include massive deforestation of high forests and illegal trafficking.

The Ara militaris, commonly known as the Green or Military Macaw, is classified as endangered under NOM 059 and listed in Appendix I of CITES. It is a large bird, measuring between 68.5 and 76 cm. In Mexico, its distribution spans the Pacific slope from southern Sonora to Guerrero, and the Atlantic slope from eastern Nuevo León to San Luis Potosí. It is also found in central Mexico, from Zacatecas to the State of Mexico, and in Puebla bordering Oaxaca. Its habitat primarily consists of hills and mountainous areas with wooded canyons, typically found at elevations between 500 and 1500 meters, occasionally reaching up to 2000 meters, but also at sea level along the Mexican Pacific coast. The species thrives in remote highlands within arid and semi-arid forests, as well as oak and pine forests.Major threats include illegal trafficking, making it the fourth most trafficked species by annual seizure volume.

The Rhynchopsitta pachyrhyncha, commonly known as the Western Parakeet or Dwarf Macaw, is classified as endangered under NOM 059 and listed in Appendix I of CITES. This endemic species measures between 38 and 43 cm and is considered large for its type. The name of this bird comes from Ancient Greek, with „pachy“ meaning „thick,“ „rhynchos“ meaning „beak,“ and „psittakos“ meaning „parrot,“ hence Rhynchopsitta pachyrhyncha.In Mexico, it is found exclusively in the Sierra Madre Occidental, ranging from Chihuahua to the western part of Michoacán. This species is known to migrate. Its habitat consists of mature coniferous forests, including pine and oak trees, often located in remote and hard-to-access areas, though it can occasionally be found in lower terrain. Major threats to the Western Parakeet include deforestation, the loss of primary forests, and consequently, the reduction of nesting sites, which pose significant risks to its survival.

Rhynchopsitta terrisi, known as the Eastern Parakeet or Brown-fronted Parakeet, is an endemic bird classified as endangered under NOM 059 and listed in Appendix I of CITES. It measures between 40.5 and 45.5 cm. This species is found exclusively in the Sierra Madre Oriental, specifically in the southeast of Coahuila, southern Nuevo León, and southwestern Tamaulipas, with recent sightings in the Sierra Gorda, Querétaro. During winter, it inhabits the mountains of Nuevo León and Tamaulipas. Its habitat includes mixed highlands with pine and oak forests. Major threats to its survival include deforestation, which poses significant risks to its habitat.

Amazona albifrons, commonly known as the White-fronted Parrot or Guayabera Parakeet, is classified as having special protection under NOM 059 and is listed in Appendix II of CITES. This non-endemic bird measures between 25.5 and 29 cm and is medium-sized. Notable features include its white forehead and a red ring around its eye. In Mexico, its distribution extends along the Pacific slope from southern Sonora to Chiapas, although it is absent in Colima and Michoacán. It is also found along the Atlantic slope from southeastern Veracruz to the Yucatán Peninsula. Its habitat includes forests and open areas with trees, such as humid, sub-perennial, and deciduous forests (especially edges), pine forests, gallery forests, savannas, and semi-arid tropical vegetation with cacti. While it generally prefers drier forests, it tends to inhabit wetter and denser vegetation when sharing habitat with Amazona xantholora. Major threats to the White-fronted Parrot include illegal trafficking and deforestation, making it the second most trafficked species by annual seizure volume.

The Amazona xantholora, commonly known as the Yucatecan Parrot is classified as threatened under NOM 059 and listed in CITES Appendix II. This non-endemic species features a white crown, yellow feathers, and a dark cheek patch, measuring between 25.5 and 28 cm in size. It primarily inhabits deciduous tropical forests in the Yucatán Peninsula, specifically in the Mexican states of Yucatán, Quintana Roo, and Campeche, while generally avoiding dense and humid jungles. The species faces significant threats from deforestation and illegal trafficking.

The Amazona viridigenalis, known as the Red-headed Parrot is classified as endangered under NOM 059 and listed in CITES Appendix I. This endemic species features a red head and dark blue nape, measuring 30.5 to 33 cm. Females have a green head behind the eye. It is found along the Atlantic slope from eastern Nuevo León and Tamaulipas to northern Veracruz in Mexico. The parrot inhabits deciduous forests, gallery forests, and evergreen floodplain areas, often reaching drier mountain crests up to 1200 meters. It frequents cultivated areas with tall trees and faces threats from illegal trafficking, as it is highly sought after.

The Amazona finschi, known as the Purple-crowned Parrot is classified as endangered under NOM 059 and listed in CITES Appendix I. This endemic species has a lilac head and nape, with a red forehead, measuring 30.5 to 34.5 cm. It is found along the Pacific slope, from southern Sonora and southwestern Chihuahua to Oaxaca in Mexico. The parrot inhabits wooded hills and mountains, ranging from tropical deciduous forests at lower elevations to oak and pine-oak forests, often favoring canyons with lush vegetation along stream banks. It also frequents arid and semi-arid shrubland, forest edges, and cultivated areas near forests. The species faces threats from deforestation, as lowland forests in Mexico have the highest deforestation rates, and illegal trafficking makes it one of the most trafficked species by annual volume.

The Amazona autumnalis, known as the Yellow-cheeked Parrot is classified as unclassified under NOM 059 and listed in CITES Appendix II. This non-endemic species has yellow cheeks, a red forehead, a blue crown, and a bicolored bill, measuring 32 to 35.5 cm. It is found along the Atlantic slope from southern Tamaulipas and San Luis Potosí to Oaxaca, Chiapas, southern Campeche, and the extreme south of Quintana Roo. The parrot inhabits various habitats, including tropical rainforest, deciduous forest, pine forests, mangroves, and cultivated areas with tall trees. It faces significant threats from illegal trafficking, making it the third most trafficked species by annual volume, and it has recently been classified as threatened under NOM-059 due to this issue.

The Amazona guatemalae, previously known as farinosa, is called the Blue-headed Parrot and is classified as endangered under NOM 059 and listed in CITES Appendix II. This non-endemic species features a blue head, dark bill, and white eye ring, measuring 38 to 43 cm. It is found in the lowlands of Veracruz, Oaxaca, Chiapas, and the southern Yucatán Peninsula. The parrot primarily inhabits dense, humid tropical rainforest, especially near clearings and forest edges, and can be found in plantations with tall trees, gallery forests, and occasionally in deciduous forests. It typically resides in the canopy but descends to mid-levels in clearings. The species faces threats from deforestation, with 90% of Mexico’s forests having disappeared, along with significant illegal trafficking at the regional level.

The Amazona oratrix, known as the Yellow-headed Parrot, is classified as endangered under NOM 059 and listed in CITES Appendix I. This non-endemic species features a yellow head, red and yellow shoulders, and a light-colored bill, measuring 35.5 to 38 cm. It is distributed along the Pacific slope from Jalisco to Oaxaca and the Atlantic slope from eastern Nuevo León and Tamaulipas to Tabasco and northern Chiapas in Mexico. The parrot inhabits savannas, tropical deciduous forests (including clearings), dense thorny forests, swamp forests on the Pacific, evergreen upland forests, dense gallery forests, and cultivated areas with trees, typically in lowlands below 500 meters. Its greatest threat is illegal trafficking, as it is highly sought after for its ability to mimic speech. There are documented areas where habitat is well preserved, yet populations have disappeared due to intense illegal trade.

Amazona auropalliata, commonly known as the Yellow-naped Amazon or Yellow-naped Parrot, is classified as endangered under NOM 059 and is listed in CITES Appendix I. This species is not endemic. It features a yellow nape, a dark beak, and a dark cere, with a size ranging from 35.5 to 38 cm. In Mexico, it is distributed from the southern border of Oaxaca, extending south along the Pacific coastal strip to Chiapas. Its habitat includes semi-arid forests, arid shrublands, savannas (including pine forests), tropical deciduous forests, Pacific swamp forests, gallery forests, and occasionally secondary vegetation in agricultural areas. The primary threat to the Yellow-naped Amazon is illegal national and international trafficking, as it is highly sought after for its ability to mimic human speech.

Pionus senilis, commonly known as the White-crowned Parrot, is classified as threatened under NOM 059 and is listed in CITES Appendix II. This species is not endemic. It is characterized by a white head and neck, red tail coverts, and a red eye ring, with a size ranging from 23 to 25.5 cm. In Mexico, it is distributed along the Atlantic slope from the southern part of Tamaulipas to Chiapas. Its habitat primarily consists of humid forests, including tropical high forests, but it can also be found locally in pine and oak forests, savannas, and low mountain forests. It has been reported in forests and forest edges, cultivated areas, and grazing zones with scattered trees, plantations, and secondary forests with emergent trees. The main threats to the White-crowned Parrot include deforestation and trafficking.

Pyrillia haematotis, formerly known as Pionopsitta haematotis, is commonly referred to as the Dark-headed Parrot . It is classified as endangered under NOM 059 and is listed in CITES Appendix II. This species is not endemic and is characterized by a dark head and red ear patches, with a size ranging from 20.5 to 23 cm. In Mexico, it is distributed along the Atlantic slope from southern Veracruz through Tabasco, Campeche, Oaxaca, and Chiapas. Its habitat includes primary and dense tropical rainforest (including mature secondary vegetation) at elevations of around 1600 meters in Oaxaca and up to 3000 meters, as well as low-elevation cloud forests, open fields with grasses and scattered trees, and plantations. It prefers the forest canopy and edges. The main threats to the Dark-headed Parrot include deforestation, and it is considered a species with low population densities.

Psittacara holochlorus, formerly known as Aratinga holochlora, is commonly called the Mexican Green Parakeet. It is classified as threatened under NOM 059 and is listed in CITES Appendix II. This species is endemic and is characterized by orange fringes and a long tail. In Mexico, it is found in disjunct populations along the Atlantic slope, from eastern Nuevo León and Tamaulipas to central Veracruz; southeast Veracruz, eastern Oaxaca, and eastern Chiapas; as well as southwestern Chihuahua, northern Sinaloa, and southern Sonora. Its habitat encompasses all types of wooded areas except for tropical high forests. In northeastern Mexico, it primarily inhabits highlands, with some movements into dry deciduous forests at lower elevations during the non-breeding season. The main threats to the Mexican Green Parakeet include illegal trafficking.

Psittacara brevipes, formerly known as Aratinga brevipes, is commonly referred to as the Socorro Parakeet. It is classified as endangered under NOM 059 and is listed in CITES Appendix II. This species is endemic and can only be found on Socorro Island in the Revillagigedo Archipelago. It is characterized by a purple eye ring and a long tail, with a size ranging from 30.5 to 33 cm. The Socorro Parakeet typically inhabits forests dominated by Bumelia, Ilex, and Guettarda, with trees that are at least 8 meters tall. The main threats to this species include the introduction of exotic species to the island, such as cats, sheep, and rodents, as well as the destruction of its habitat.

Psittacara strenuus, formerly known as Aratinga strenua, is commonly called the Central American Parakeet. It is classified as threatened under NOM 059 and is listed in CITES Appendix II. This species is not endemic and is characterized by orange fringes and a long tail, with a size ranging from 30.5 to 33 cm. In Mexico, it is distributed along the Pacific slope from eastern Oaxaca to Chiapas. Its habitat includes semi-deciduous forests, riparian vegetation, and patches of medium sub-deciduous and semi-evergreen rainforest. The main threats to the Central American Parakeet include deforestation and illegal trafficking.

Eupsittula nana, formerly known as Aratinga nana, is commonly referred to as the Dirty-chested Parakeet. It is classified under special protection status by NOM 059 and is listed in CITES Appendix II. This species is not endemic and is characterized by a white eye ring, a dark chest, and a long tail, with a size ranging from 21.5 to 24 cm. In Mexico, it is distributed along the Atlantic slope from southern Tamaulipas to Chiapas. Its habitat primarily consists of forests and forest edges in low, humid areas (at 300 meters above sea level), although it is less frequently found in large portions of tropical high forest. It has also been reported in arid areas (such as Veracruz) and open fields with isolated trees, including cultivated areas and plantations. The main threats to the Dirty-chested Parakeet include deforestation and illegal trafficking, making it the fifth most trafficked species by annual volume.

Eupsittula canicularis, previously known as Aratinga canicularis, is the Orange-fronted Parakeet or Atolero. It is designated under NOM 059: PROTECCIÓN ESPECIAL and CITES Appendix II. This medium-sized, non-endemic species features a yellow eye ring, an orange forehead, and a long tail. It is found in Mexico along the Pacific slope from Sinaloa and Durango to Chiapas, inhabiting lightly wooded fields and open areas in arid lowlands. The main threat to this species is extensive illegal trafficking, making it the most trafficked bird in the country, leading to its disappearance in well-conserved habitats due to poaching.

Brotogeris jugularis, known as the Orange-throated Parakeet or Yellow-winged Parakeet, is classified as NOM 059: threatened and listed in CITES Appendix II. This small, non-endemic species is identified by its orange chin, brown wings, and whitish eye ring. It is found exclusively along the Pacific coast of Oaxaca and Chiapas in Mexico. Its habitat primarily consists of low-elevation tropical vegetation, but it can also be found in subtropical areas, gallery forests, and medium-sized semi-perennial jungles. Additionally, it inhabits plantations, clearings, and cultivated areas with large trees. Major threats include deforestation and illegal trafficking, which have severely impacted its populations.

Bolborhynchus lineola, commonly known as the Streaked Parakeet or Serrano Parakeet, is classified as NOM 059: threatened and listed in CITES Appendix II. This small, non-endemic species measures 18-19 cm and is characterized by black bars on its neck, back, and wings, along with black spots on its tail coverts. It is distributed in central and western Veracruz, northern Oaxaca, and interior Chiapas in Mexico. Its habitat primarily consists of tropical or subtropical mountain forests, typically found at elevations between 1,500 and 2,300 meters, though it can occur at a minimum of 600 meters. Major threats include deforestation, particularly affecting fog forests, which are among the most endangered ecosystems in Mexico, along with illegal trafficking.

Forpus cyanopygius, known as the Blue-winged Parakeet or Catalina Parakeet, is classified under NOM 059: PROTECCIÓN ESPECIAL and listed in CITES Appendix II. This small, endemic species features a blue rump and wings. It is found along the Pacific slope from southern Sonora, Durango, and Zacatecas to Colima, extending into Guadalajara, Jalisco. Its habitat includes gallery and deciduous forests, plantations, scrublands, open semi-arid fields, and cultivated areas with trees, primarily in lowlands and hills. Major threats to this species include deforestation and illegal trafficking.

Myiopsitta monachus, known as the Argentine Parakeet or Monk Parakeet, is listed in CITES Appendix II and is classified as a non-native introduced species. This medium-sized bird measures 29 cm and is characterized by a gray forehead and chest, a long pointed tail, and bluish wing tips. Originally from South America, it has been mass-imported to Mexico and established throughout the country due to voluntary releases and escapes. Although its importation was banned in 2010, imports continued until 2015. The species predominantly inhabits urban areas but is expanding into green spaces near cities and towns where it has been released.