About the Blue-crowned Hanging-Parrot
The Blue-crowned Hanging-Parrot (Loriculus galgulus) is a species of bird in the Old World Parrots family (Psittaculidae), within the order Psittaciformes. This family contains 201 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code bchpar1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Psittaciformes |
| Family | Old World Parrots (Psittaculidae) |
| Species | Loriculus galgulus |
| Species Codes | bchpar1, BCHP |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Blue-crowned Hanging-Parrot belong to?
The Blue-crowned Hanging-Parrot (Loriculus galgulus) belongs to the Old World Parrots family (Psittaculidae), in the order Psittaciformes.
How can I identify the Blue-crowned Hanging-Parrot?
The Blue-crowned Hanging-Parrot is a member of the Old World Parrots family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Blue-crowned Hanging-Parrot sighting?
You can log sightings of Blue-crowned Hanging-Parrot on eBird (ebird.org) using species code bchpar1, or on iNaturalist.