About the Australian Ringneck
The Australian Ringneck (Barnardius zonarius) 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 polpar1 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 | Barnardius zonarius |
| Species Codes | polpar1, AURI |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Australian Ringneck belong to?
The Australian Ringneck (Barnardius zonarius) belongs to the Old World Parrots family (Psittaculidae), in the order Psittaciformes.
How can I identify the Australian Ringneck?
The Australian Ringneck 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 Ringneck sighting?
You can log sightings of Australian Ringneck on eBird (ebird.org) using species code polpar1, or on iNaturalist.