About the Superb Parrot
The superb parrot, also known as Barraband's parrot, Barraband's parakeet, or green leek parrot, is a parrot native to south-eastern Australia. It is a dimorphic species and one of three species in the genus Polytelis.
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Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Psittaciformes |
| Family | Old World Parrots (Psittaculidae) |
| Species | Polytelis swainsonii |
| Species Codes | suppar1, SUPA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Superb Parrot belong to?
The Superb Parrot (Polytelis swainsonii) belongs to the Old World Parrots family (Psittaculidae), in the order Psittaciformes.
How can I identify the Superb Parrot?
The superb parrot, also known as Barraband's parrot, Barraband's parakeet, or green leek parrot, is a parrot native to south-eastern Australia. It is a dimorphic species and one of three species in the genus Polytelis....
Where can I report a Superb Parrot sighting?
You can log sightings of Superb Parrot on eBird (ebird.org) using species code suppar1, or on iNaturalist.
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