About the Blue-headed Racquet-tail
The Blue-headed Racquet-tail (Prioniturus platenae) 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 bhrtai1 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 | Prioniturus platenae |
| Species Codes | bhrtai1, BHRT |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Blue-headed Racquet-tail belong to?
The Blue-headed Racquet-tail (Prioniturus platenae) belongs to the Old World Parrots family (Psittaculidae), in the order Psittaciformes.
How can I identify the Blue-headed Racquet-tail?
The Blue-headed Racquet-tail 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 Blue-headed Racquet-tail sighting?
You can log sightings of Blue-headed Racquet-tail on eBird (ebird.org) using species code bhrtai1, or on iNaturalist.