About the Long-tailed Parakeet
The Long-tailed Parakeet (Psittacula longicauda) 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 lotpar2 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 | Psittacula longicauda |
| Species Codes | lotpar2, LTPA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Long-tailed Parakeet belong to?
The Long-tailed Parakeet (Psittacula longicauda) belongs to the Old World Parrots family (Psittaculidae), in the order Psittaciformes.
How can I identify the Long-tailed Parakeet?
The Long-tailed 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 Long-tailed Parakeet sighting?
You can log sightings of Long-tailed Parakeet on eBird (ebird.org) using species code lotpar2, or on iNaturalist.