About the Plum-headed Parakeet
The plum-headed parakeet is a species of parakeet in the family Psittacidae. It is endemic to the Indian subcontinent and was once thought to be conspecific with the blossom-headed parakeet before being elevated to a full species. Plum-headed parakeets are found in flocks, the males having a pinkish purple head and the females, a grey head. They fly swiftly with twists and turns accompanied by their distinctive calls.
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Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Psittaciformes |
| Family | Old World Parrots (Psittaculidae) |
| Species | Psittacula cyanocephala |
| Species Codes | plhpar1, PHPA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Plum-headed Parakeet belong to?
The Plum-headed Parakeet (Psittacula cyanocephala) belongs to the Old World Parrots family (Psittaculidae), in the order Psittaciformes.
How can I identify the Plum-headed Parakeet?
The plum-headed parakeet is a species of parakeet in the family Psittacidae. It is endemic to the Indian subcontinent and was once thought to be conspecific with the blossom-headed parakeet before being elevated to a full species. Plum-headed parakeets are found in flocks, the males having a pinkish...
Where can I report a Plum-headed Parakeet sighting?
You can log sightings of Plum-headed Parakeet on eBird (ebird.org) using species code plhpar1, or on iNaturalist.
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