About the Mascarene Parrot
The Mascarene Parrot (Mascarinus mascarinus) 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 maspar1 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 | Mascarinus mascarinus |
| Species Codes | maspar1, MAPA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Mascarene Parrot belong to?
The Mascarene Parrot (Mascarinus mascarinus) belongs to the Old World Parrots family (Psittaculidae), in the order Psittaciformes.
How can I identify the Mascarene Parrot?
The Mascarene 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 Mascarene Parrot sighting?
You can log sightings of Mascarene Parrot on eBird (ebird.org) using species code maspar1, or on iNaturalist.