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Long-tailed Parakeet
Belocercus longicaudus
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Vulnerable
Wingspan
29.4 cm
Weight
146.3 g
Family
Psittaculidae
Order
Psittaciformes
The Long-tailed Parakeet (Belocercus longicaudus) is a bird species in the family Psittaculidae (old world parakeets), within the order Psittaciformes (parrots). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 29.4 cm and a weight of 146.3 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Vulnerable.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 29.4 cm | 11.6 in |
| Weight | 146.3 g | 5.16 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Vulnerable
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CV. Incubation: 24 days.
Clutch Size
2-3
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Psittaciformes (Parrots) |
| Family | Psittaculidae (Old World Parakeets) |
| Genus | Belocercus |
| Species | Belocercus longicaudus |
External Databases
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Long-tailed Parakeet endangered?
The Long-tailed Parakeet has a conservation status of Vulnerable.
How does the Long-tailed Parakeet nest?
Nest type: CV. Incubation: 24 days.
How big is the Long-tailed Parakeet?
The Long-tailed Parakeet has a wingspan of 29.4 cm, weight of 146.3 g.
What order and family does the Long-tailed Parakeet belong to?
The Long-tailed Parakeet (Belocercus longicaudus) belongs to the order Psittaciformes and the family Psittaculidae.
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