About the Rodrigues Parrot
The Rodrigues Parrot (Necropsittacus rodricanus) 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 rodpar1 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 | Necropsittacus rodricanus |
| Species Codes | rodpar1, ROPA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Rodrigues Parrot belong to?
The Rodrigues Parrot (Necropsittacus rodricanus) belongs to the Old World Parrots family (Psittaculidae), in the order Psittaciformes.
How can I identify the Rodrigues Parrot?
The Rodrigues 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 Rodrigues Parrot sighting?
You can log sightings of Rodrigues Parrot on eBird (ebird.org) using species code rodpar1, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in Old World Parrots 201 species
More Birds in Order Psittaciformes
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