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Mauritius Grey Parrot
Lophopsittacus bensoni
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Extinct
Family
Psittaculidae
Order
Psittaciformes
The Mauritius Grey Parrot (Lophopsittacus bensoni) is a bird species in the family Psittaculidae (old world parakeets), within the order Psittaciformes (parrots). The IUCN Red List classifies it as Extinct.
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Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Extinct
IUCN Red List
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Psittaciformes (Parrots) |
| Family | Psittaculidae (Old World Parakeets) |
| Genus | Lophopsittacus |
| Species | Lophopsittacus bensoni |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Mauritius Grey Parrot endangered?
The Mauritius Grey Parrot has a conservation status of Extinct.
What order and family does the Mauritius Grey Parrot belong to?
The Mauritius Grey Parrot (Lophopsittacus bensoni) belongs to the order Psittaciformes and the family Psittaculidae.
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