About the Western Parotia
The Western Parotia (Parotia sefilata) is a species of bird in the Birds-of-Paradise family (Paradisaeidae), within the order Passeriformes. This family contains 44 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code wespar1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Birds-of-Paradise (Paradisaeidae) |
| Species | Parotia sefilata |
| Species Codes | wespar1, WEPA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Western Parotia belong to?
The Western Parotia (Parotia sefilata) belongs to the Birds-of-Paradise family (Paradisaeidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Western Parotia?
The Western Parotia is a member of the Birds-of-Paradise family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Western Parotia sighting?
You can log sightings of Western Parotia on eBird (ebird.org) using species code wespar1, or on iNaturalist.