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Lord Howe Parakeet
Cyanoramphus subflavescens
Lord Howe Parakeet (Cyanoramphus subflavescens) — Parrots & Cockatoos of Australia & Oceania.
The Lord Howe Parakeet (Cyanoramphus subflavescens) is a member of the Psittaculidae family found in Australia & Oceania. The IUCN Red List lists it as Extinct.
Conservation status
IUCN Red List (opens in a new tab)No reasonable doubt that the last individual has died.
Where it fits
- Class Aves
- Order Psittaciformes
- Family Psittaculidae Old World Parrots
- Genus Cyanoramphus
- Species subflavescens
Quick facts
- Family
- Psittaculidae
- Order
- Psittaciformes
Biology & behaviour
The Lord Howe Parakeet (Cyanoramphus subflavescens) belongs to the Psittaculidae family of the order Psittaciformes. It is found across Australia & Oceania. Its distribution covers AU Lord Howe I. (e of Australia).
It is listed as Extinct on the IUCN Red List.
Frequently asked questions
Where does the Lord Howe Parakeet live?
The Lord Howe Parakeet is found across Australia & Oceania with a range covering AU Lord Howe I. (e of Australia).
What family does the Lord Howe Parakeet belong to?
The Lord Howe Parakeet (Cyanoramphus subflavescens) belongs to the Psittaculidae family, in the order Psittaciformes.
Is the Lord Howe Parakeet endangered?
It is listed as Extinct on the IUCN Red List
Conservation
Every bird benefits from bird-safe windows, native plants, and keeping cats indoors. Small changes at home add up to real protection.
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