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Seychelles Parakeet
Psittacula wardi
Seychelles Parakeet (Psittacula wardi) — Parrots & Cockatoos of Oceans & Seabirds.
The Seychelles Parakeet (Psittacula wardi) is a member of the Psittaculidae family found in Oceans & Seabirds. 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 Psittacula
- Species wardi
Quick facts
- Family
- Psittaculidae
- Order
- Psittaciformes
Biology & behaviour
The Seychelles Parakeet (Psittacula wardi) is a species of bird in the Psittaculidae family, part of the order Psittaciformes. It occurs naturally across Oceans & Seabirds. Its distribution covers IO Silhouette, Mahe and Praslin (Inner Is., ne Seychelles).
It is listed as Extinct on the IUCN Red List.
Frequently asked questions
Where does the Seychelles Parakeet live?
The Seychelles Parakeet is found across Oceans & Seabirds with a range covering IO Silhouette, Mahe and Praslin (Inner Is., ne Seychelles).
What family does the Seychelles Parakeet belong to?
The Seychelles Parakeet (Psittacula wardi) belongs to the Psittaculidae family, in the order Psittaciformes.
Is the Seychelles 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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