About the Painted Tiger-Parrot
The Painted Tiger-Parrot (Psittacella picta) 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 patpar1 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 | Psittacella picta |
| Species Codes | patpar1, PMTP, PATP, PTPA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Painted Tiger-Parrot belong to?
The Painted Tiger-Parrot (Psittacella picta) belongs to the Old World Parrots family (Psittaculidae), in the order Psittaciformes.
How can I identify the Painted Tiger-Parrot?
The Painted Tiger-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 Painted Tiger-Parrot sighting?
You can log sightings of Painted Tiger-Parrot on eBird (ebird.org) using species code patpar1, or on iNaturalist.