About the Western Rosella
The Western Rosella (Platycercus icterotis) 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 wesros1 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 | Platycercus icterotis |
| Species Codes | wesros1, WERO |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Western Rosella belong to?
The Western Rosella (Platycercus icterotis) belongs to the Old World Parrots family (Psittaculidae), in the order Psittaciformes.
How can I identify the Western Rosella?
The Western Rosella 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 Western Rosella sighting?
You can log sightings of Western Rosella on eBird (ebird.org) using species code wesros1, or on iNaturalist.