About the Red-crowned Parakeet
The Red-crowned Parakeet (Cyanoramphus novaezelandiae) 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 refpar4 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 | Cyanoramphus novaezelandiae |
| Species Codes | refpar4, RCPA, RFPA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Red-crowned Parakeet belong to?
The Red-crowned Parakeet (Cyanoramphus novaezelandiae) belongs to the Old World Parrots family (Psittaculidae), in the order Psittaciformes.
How can I identify the Red-crowned Parakeet?
The Red-crowned Parakeet 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 Red-crowned Parakeet sighting?
You can log sightings of Red-crowned Parakeet on eBird (ebird.org) using species code refpar4, or on iNaturalist.