About the Chatham Islands Parakeet
The Chatham Islands Parakeet (Cyanoramphus forbesi) 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 chipar1 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 | Cyanoramphus forbesi |
| Species Codes | chipar1, CIPA, FOPA |
| Conservation | VU Vulnerable |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Chatham Islands Parakeet belong to?
The Chatham Islands Parakeet (Cyanoramphus forbesi) belongs to the Old World Parrots family (Psittaculidae), in the order Psittaciformes.
What is the conservation status of the Chatham Islands Parakeet?
The Chatham Islands Parakeet is classified as "Vulnerable" (VU) by IUCN Red List.
How can I identify the Chatham Islands Parakeet?
The Chatham Islands Parakeet 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 Chatham Islands Parakeet sighting?
You can log sightings of Chatham Islands Parakeet on eBird (ebird.org) using species code chipar1, or on iNaturalist.