About the Hooded Parrot
The hooded parrot is a species of parrot native to the Northern Territory in Australia. It is found in savannah and open woodland and is one of two extant species in its genus that breed in termite mounds. It has declined from much of its original range.
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Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Psittaciformes |
| Family | Old World Parrots (Psittaculidae) |
| Species | Psephotellus dissimilis |
| Species Codes | hoopar1, HOPA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Hooded Parrot belong to?
The Hooded Parrot (Psephotellus dissimilis) belongs to the Old World Parrots family (Psittaculidae), in the order Psittaciformes.
How can I identify the Hooded Parrot?
The hooded parrot is a species of parrot native to the Northern Territory in Australia. It is found in savannah and open woodland and is one of two extant species in its genus that breed in termite mounds. It has declined from much of its original range....
Where can I report a Hooded Parrot sighting?
You can log sightings of Hooded Parrot on eBird (ebird.org) using species code hoopar1, or on iNaturalist.
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