About the Buru Racquet-tail
The Buru Racquet-tail (Prioniturus mada) 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 burtai1 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 mada |
| Species Codes | burtai1, BRTA, BURT |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Buru Racquet-tail belong to?
The Buru Racquet-tail (Prioniturus mada) belongs to the Old World Parrots family (Psittaculidae), in the order Psittaciformes.
How can I identify the Buru Racquet-tail?
The Buru 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 Buru Racquet-tail sighting?
You can log sightings of Buru Racquet-tail on eBird (ebird.org) using species code burtai1, or on iNaturalist.
