About the Greater Vasa Parrot
The greater vasa parrot is one of two species of vasa parrot, the other being the lesser vasa parrot. The greater vasa parrot can be found throughout Madagascar and the Comoros.
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Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Psittaciformes |
| Family | Old World Parrots (Psittaculidae) |
| Species | Coracopsis vasa |
| Species Codes | vaspar1, VAPA, GVPA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Greater Vasa Parrot belong to?
The Greater Vasa Parrot (Coracopsis vasa) belongs to the Old World Parrots family (Psittaculidae), in the order Psittaciformes.
How can I identify the Greater Vasa Parrot?
The greater vasa parrot is one of two species of vasa parrot, the other being the lesser vasa parrot. The greater vasa parrot can be found throughout Madagascar and the Comoros....
Where can I report a Greater Vasa Parrot sighting?
You can log sightings of Greater Vasa Parrot on eBird (ebird.org) using species code vaspar1, or on iNaturalist.
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More Birds in Order Psittaciformes
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Quick Stats
Psittaciformes
Order
201
Species in Family
278
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