About the Red Shining-Parrot
The Red Shining-Parrot (Prosopeia tabuensis) 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 respar1 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 | Prosopeia tabuensis |
| Species Codes | respar1, MASP, MSPA, RSPA, RESP |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Red Shining-Parrot belong to?
The Red Shining-Parrot (Prosopeia tabuensis) belongs to the Old World Parrots family (Psittaculidae), in the order Psittaciformes.
How can I identify the Red Shining-Parrot?
The Red Shining-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 Red Shining-Parrot sighting?
You can log sightings of Red Shining-Parrot on eBird (ebird.org) using species code respar1, or on iNaturalist.