About the Australian King-Parrot
The Australian King-Parrot (Alisterus scapularis) 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 aukpar1 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 scapularis |
| Species Codes | aukpar1, AKPA, AUKP |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Australian King-Parrot belong to?
The Australian King-Parrot (Alisterus scapularis) belongs to the Old World Parrots family (Psittaculidae), in the order Psittaciformes.
How can I identify the Australian King-Parrot?
The Australian 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 Australian King-Parrot sighting?
You can log sightings of Australian King-Parrot on eBird (ebird.org) using species code aukpar1, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in Old World Parrots 201 species
More Birds in Order Psittaciformes
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