Sulu Racquet-tail
Prioniturus verticalis
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Critically Endangered
Wingspan
33.3 cm
Weight
45.0 g
Family
Psittaculidae
Order
Psittaciformes
The Sulu Racquet-tail (Prioniturus verticalis) is a bird species in the family Psittaculidae (old world parakeets), within the order Psittaciformes (parrots). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 33.3 cm and a weight of 45 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Critically Endangered.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 33.3 cm | 13.1 in |
| Weight | 45.0 g | 1.59 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Critically Endangered
IUCN Red List
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Psittaciformes (Parrots) |
| Family | Psittaculidae (Old World Parakeets) |
| Genus | Prioniturus |
| Species | Prioniturus verticalis |
Names in Other Languages
| Language | Name |
|---|---|
| French | Palette des Sulu |
| German | Sulu-Spatelschwanzpapagei |
| Japanese | アオバネウチワインコ |
Distribution
Sulu Racquet-tail has been recorded in 1 countries.
Present
Not recorded
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External Databases
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Sulu Racquet-tail endangered?
The Sulu Racquet-tail has a conservation status of Critically Endangered.
How big is the Sulu Racquet-tail?
The Sulu Racquet-tail has a wingspan of 33.3 cm, weight of 45.0 g.
What order and family does the Sulu Racquet-tail belong to?
The Sulu Racquet-tail (Prioniturus verticalis) belongs to the order Psittaciformes and the family Psittaculidae.
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