About the Blue-crowned Hanging-Parrot
The blue-crowned hanging parrot is a parrot species endemic to southern Burma and Thailand, Malaya, Singapore, and Indonesia. These parrots are 12 cm (4.7 in) in height and weigh 28 g (0.99 oz) and have a longevity of 14 years. They are recognized by their green plumage, black beak and characteristic blue feathers arranged like a crown on their head.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Psittaciformes |
| Family | Old World Parrots (Psittaculidae) |
| Species | Loriculus galgulus |
| Species Codes | bchpar1, BCHP |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Blue-crowned Hanging-Parrot belong to?
The Blue-crowned Hanging-Parrot (Loriculus galgulus) belongs to the Old World Parrots family (Psittaculidae), in the order Psittaciformes.
How can I identify the Blue-crowned Hanging-Parrot?
The blue-crowned hanging parrot is a parrot species endemic to southern Burma and Thailand, Malaya, Singapore, and Indonesia. These parrots are 12 cm (4.7 in) in height and weigh 28 g (0.99 oz) and have a longevity of 14 years. They are recognized by their green plumage, black beak and characteristi...
Where can I report a Blue-crowned Hanging-Parrot sighting?
You can log sightings of Blue-crowned Hanging-Parrot on eBird (ebird.org) using species code bchpar1, or on iNaturalist.
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