About the Mindanao Racquet-tail
The Mindanao Racquet-tail (Prioniturus waterstradti) 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 mirtai1 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 | Prioniturus waterstradti |
| Species Codes | mirtai1, MRTA, MIRT |
| Conservation | NT Near Threatened |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Mindanao Racquet-tail belong to?
The Mindanao Racquet-tail (Prioniturus waterstradti) belongs to the Old World Parrots family (Psittaculidae), in the order Psittaciformes.
What is the conservation status of the Mindanao Racquet-tail?
The Mindanao Racquet-tail is classified as "Near Threatened" (NT) by IUCN Red List.
How can I identify the Mindanao Racquet-tail?
The Mindanao Racquet-tail 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 Mindanao Racquet-tail sighting?
You can log sightings of Mindanao Racquet-tail on eBird (ebird.org) using species code mirtai1, or on iNaturalist.