About the Newton's Parakeet
Newton's parakeet, also known as the Rodrigues parakeet or Rodrigues ring-necked parakeet, is an extinct species of parrot that was endemic to the Mascarene island of Rodrigues in the western Indian Ocean. Several of its features diverged from related species, indicating long-term isolation on Rodrigues and subsequent adaptation. The rose-ringed parakeet of the same genus is a close relative and probable ancestor. Newton's parakeet may itself have been ancestral to the endemic parakeets of nearby Mauritius and Réunion.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Psittaciformes |
| Family | Old World Parrots (Psittaculidae) |
| Species | Psittacula exsul |
| Species Codes | newpar2, ROPA, NEPA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Newton's Parakeet belong to?
The Newton's Parakeet (Psittacula exsul) belongs to the Old World Parrots family (Psittaculidae), in the order Psittaciformes.
How can I identify the Newton's Parakeet?
Newton's parakeet, also known as the Rodrigues parakeet or Rodrigues ring-necked parakeet, is an extinct species of parrot that was endemic to the Mascarene island of Rodrigues in the western Indian Ocean. Several of its features diverged from related species, indicating long-term isolation on Rodri...
Where can I report a Newton's Parakeet sighting?
You can log sightings of Newton's Parakeet on eBird (ebird.org) using species code newpar2, or on iNaturalist.
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