About the Edwards's Fig-Parrot
Edwards's fig parrot, also known as the scarlet-cheeked fig parrot, is a species of parrot in the family Psittaculidae found in humid lowland forests in north-eastern New Guinea. The adult male is predominantly green with red breast and cheeks, yellow ear coverts, and yellowish crown.
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Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Psittaciformes |
| Family | Old World Parrots (Psittaculidae) |
| Species | Cyclopsitta edwardsii |
| Species Codes | edfpar1, EDFP, EFPA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Edwards's Fig-Parrot belong to?
The Edwards's Fig-Parrot (Cyclopsitta edwardsii) belongs to the Old World Parrots family (Psittaculidae), in the order Psittaciformes.
How can I identify the Edwards's Fig-Parrot?
Edwards's fig parrot, also known as the scarlet-cheeked fig parrot, is a species of parrot in the family Psittaculidae found in humid lowland forests in north-eastern New Guinea. The adult male is predominantly green with red breast and cheeks, yellow ear coverts, and yellowish crown....
Where can I report a Edwards's Fig-Parrot sighting?
You can log sightings of Edwards's Fig-Parrot on eBird (ebird.org) using species code edfpar1, or on iNaturalist.
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