About the Papuan King-Parrot
The Papuan King-Parrot (Alisterus chloropterus) 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 pakpar1 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 | Alisterus chloropterus |
| Species Codes | pakpar1, PKPA, PAKP |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Papuan King-Parrot belong to?
The Papuan King-Parrot (Alisterus chloropterus) belongs to the Old World Parrots family (Psittaculidae), in the order Psittaciformes.
How can I identify the Papuan King-Parrot?
The Papuan King-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 Papuan King-Parrot sighting?
You can log sightings of Papuan King-Parrot on eBird (ebird.org) using species code pakpar1, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in Old World Parrots 201 species
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