About the Greater Vasa Parrot
The Greater Vasa Parrot (Coracopsis vasa) 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 vaspar1 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 | Coracopsis vasa |
| Species Codes | vaspar1, VAPA, GVPA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Greater Vasa Parrot belong to?
The Greater Vasa Parrot (Coracopsis vasa) belongs to the Old World Parrots family (Psittaculidae), in the order Psittaciformes.
How can I identify the Greater Vasa Parrot?
The Greater Vasa 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 Greater Vasa Parrot sighting?
You can log sightings of Greater Vasa Parrot on eBird (ebird.org) using species code vaspar1, or on iNaturalist.