About the Broad-billed Parrot
The Broad-billed Parrot (Lophopsittacus mauritianus) 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 brbpar3 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 | Lophopsittacus mauritianus |
| Species Codes | brbpar3, BBPA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Broad-billed Parrot belong to?
The Broad-billed Parrot (Lophopsittacus mauritianus) belongs to the Old World Parrots family (Psittaculidae), in the order Psittaciformes.
How can I identify the Broad-billed Parrot?
The Broad-billed 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 Broad-billed Parrot sighting?
You can log sightings of Broad-billed Parrot on eBird (ebird.org) using species code brbpar3, or on iNaturalist.