About the Mauritius Gray Parrot
The Mauritius Gray Parrot (Psittacula bensoni) 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 magpar1 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 bensoni |
| Species Codes | magpar1, MGPA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Mauritius Gray Parrot belong to?
The Mauritius Gray Parrot (Psittacula bensoni) belongs to the Old World Parrots family (Psittaculidae), in the order Psittaciformes.
How can I identify the Mauritius Gray Parrot?
The Mauritius Gray 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 Mauritius Gray Parrot sighting?
You can log sightings of Mauritius Gray Parrot on eBird (ebird.org) using species code magpar1, or on iNaturalist.