About the Purple-crowned Lorikeet
The Purple-crowned Lorikeet (Psitteuteles porphyrocephalus) 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 puclor1 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 | Psitteuteles porphyrocephalus |
| Species Codes | puclor1, PCLO |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Purple-crowned Lorikeet belong to?
The Purple-crowned Lorikeet (Psitteuteles porphyrocephalus) belongs to the Old World Parrots family (Psittaculidae), in the order Psittaciformes.
How can I identify the Purple-crowned Lorikeet?
The Purple-crowned Lorikeet 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 Purple-crowned Lorikeet sighting?
You can log sightings of Purple-crowned Lorikeet on eBird (ebird.org) using species code puclor1, or on iNaturalist.
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