About the Seychelles Parrot
The Seychelles Parrot (Coracopsis barklyi) 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 seypar1 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 | Coracopsis barklyi |
| Species Codes | seypar1, SEPA, SBPA |
| Conservation | VU Vulnerable |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Seychelles Parrot belong to?
The Seychelles Parrot (Coracopsis barklyi) belongs to the Old World Parrots family (Psittaculidae), in the order Psittaciformes.
What is the conservation status of the Seychelles Parrot?
The Seychelles Parrot is classified as "Vulnerable" (VU) by IUCN Red List.
How can I identify the Seychelles Parrot?
The Seychelles 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 Seychelles Parrot sighting?
You can log sightings of Seychelles Parrot on eBird (ebird.org) using species code seypar1, or on iNaturalist.