About the Blue-winged Racquet-tail
The Blue-winged Racquet-tail (Prioniturus verticalis) 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 bwrtai1 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 verticalis |
| Species Codes | bwrtai1, BWRT, SRTA, SURT |
| Conservation | CR Critically Endangered |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Blue-winged Racquet-tail belong to?
The Blue-winged Racquet-tail (Prioniturus verticalis) belongs to the Old World Parrots family (Psittaculidae), in the order Psittaciformes.
What is the conservation status of the Blue-winged Racquet-tail?
The Blue-winged Racquet-tail is classified as "Critically Endangered" (CR) by IUCN Red List.
How can I identify the Blue-winged Racquet-tail?
The Blue-winged 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-winged Racquet-tail sighting?
You can log sightings of Blue-winged Racquet-tail on eBird (ebird.org) using species code bwrtai1, or on iNaturalist.