About the Pesquet's Parrot
The Pesquet's Parrot (Psittrichas fulgidus) 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 pespar1 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 | Psittrichas fulgidus |
| Species Codes | pespar1, PEPA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Pesquet's Parrot belong to?
The Pesquet's Parrot (Psittrichas fulgidus) belongs to the Old World Parrots family (Psittaculidae), in the order Psittaciformes.
How can I identify the Pesquet's Parrot?
The Pesquet's 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 Pesquet's Parrot sighting?
You can log sightings of Pesquet's Parrot on eBird (ebird.org) using species code pespar1, or on iNaturalist.