About the Rock Parrot
The Rock Parrot (Neophema petrophila) 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 rocpar1 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 | Neophema petrophila |
| Species Codes | rocpar1, ROPA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Rock Parrot belong to?
The Rock Parrot (Neophema petrophila) belongs to the Old World Parrots family (Psittaculidae), in the order Psittaciformes.
How can I identify the Rock Parrot?
The Rock 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 Rock Parrot sighting?
You can log sightings of Rock Parrot on eBird (ebird.org) using species code rocpar1, or on iNaturalist.