About the Ouvea Parakeet
The Ouvea parakeet or Uvea parakeet, is a species of parrot in the genus Eunymphicus, in the family Psittaculidae. It is endemic to the island of Uvea, including Faiava Island in the Loyalty Islands, New Caledonia. The species was once considered conspecific with the horned parakeet of Grande Terre, but they have now been split into two species.
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Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Psittaciformes |
| Family | Old World Parrots (Psittaculidae) |
| Species | Eunymphicus uvaeensis |
| Species Codes | horpar3, OUPA |
| Conservation | VU Vulnerable |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Ouvea Parakeet belong to?
The Ouvea Parakeet (Eunymphicus uvaeensis) belongs to the Old World Parrots family (Psittaculidae), in the order Psittaciformes.
What is the conservation status of the Ouvea Parakeet?
The Ouvea Parakeet is classified as "Vulnerable" (VU) by IUCN Red List.
How can I identify the Ouvea Parakeet?
The Ouvea parakeet or Uvea parakeet, is a species of parrot in the genus Eunymphicus, in the family Psittaculidae. It is endemic to the island of Uvea, including Faiava Island in the Loyalty Islands, New Caledonia. The species was once considered conspecific with the horned parakeet of Grande Terre,...
Where can I report a Ouvea Parakeet sighting?
You can log sightings of Ouvea Parakeet on eBird (ebird.org) using species code horpar3, or on iNaturalist.
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