About the Modest Tiger-Parrot
The modest tiger parrot is a species of parrot in the family Psittaculidae. It is found in the Arfak Mountains and New Guinea Highlands. Its natural habitat is subtropical or tropical moist montane forests.
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Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Psittaciformes |
| Family | Old World Parrots (Psittaculidae) |
| Species | Psittacella modesta |
| Species Codes | motpar1, MTPA, MOTP |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Modest Tiger-Parrot belong to?
The Modest Tiger-Parrot (Psittacella modesta) belongs to the Old World Parrots family (Psittaculidae), in the order Psittaciformes.
How can I identify the Modest Tiger-Parrot?
The modest tiger parrot is a species of parrot in the family Psittaculidae. It is found in the Arfak Mountains and New Guinea Highlands. Its natural habitat is subtropical or tropical moist montane forests....
Where can I report a Modest Tiger-Parrot sighting?
You can log sightings of Modest Tiger-Parrot on eBird (ebird.org) using species code motpar1, or on iNaturalist.
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Quick Stats
Psittaciformes
Order
201
Species in Family
14
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