About the Green Racquet-tail
The Green Racquet-tail (Prioniturus luconensis) 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 grrtai1 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 | Prioniturus luconensis |
| Species Codes | grrtai1, GRRT, GRTA |
| Conservation | EN Endangered |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Green Racquet-tail belong to?
The Green Racquet-tail (Prioniturus luconensis) belongs to the Old World Parrots family (Psittaculidae), in the order Psittaciformes.
What is the conservation status of the Green Racquet-tail?
The Green Racquet-tail is classified as "Endangered" (EN) by IUCN Red List.
How can I identify the Green Racquet-tail?
The Green Racquet-tail 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 Green Racquet-tail sighting?
You can log sightings of Green Racquet-tail on eBird (ebird.org) using species code grrtai1, or on iNaturalist.