About the Lawes's Parotia
The Lawes's Parotia (Parotia lawesii) is a species of bird in the Birds-of-Paradise family (Paradisaeidae), within the order Passeriformes. This family contains 44 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code lawpar3 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Birds-of-Paradise (Paradisaeidae) |
| Species | Parotia lawesii |
| Species Codes | lawpar3, LAPA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Lawes's Parotia belong to?
The Lawes's Parotia (Parotia lawesii) belongs to the Birds-of-Paradise family (Paradisaeidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Lawes's Parotia?
The Lawes's Parotia is a member of the Birds-of-Paradise family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Lawes's Parotia sighting?
You can log sightings of Lawes's Parotia on eBird (ebird.org) using species code lawpar3, or on iNaturalist.