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Chinasittich

Psittacula derbiana

Near Threatened
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One of the largest parakeets in the world, Lord Derby's parakeets display distinctive blue-green plumage with a striking red-and-black banded bill and a long pointed tail reaching over 60 cm. They inhabit montane forests at 1,000–4,000 meters elevation across the eastern Himalayas, southwest China, and northern Myanmar. Listed as Vulnerable due to deforestation and trapping, they are prized aviary birds. They are known to breed cooperatively with related pairs assisting dominant breeders.

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in various aerial, terrestrial, and aquatic environments.

Found across Europe (6 countries). Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.

Conservation Status

NT Near Threatened

Names in Other Languages

Japanese オオダルマインコ
Chinese 大紫胸鹦鹉
Spanish Cotorra de Derby
French Perruche de Derby
German Chinasittich
Portuguese periquito-da-china
Russian Китайский кольчатый попугай

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Chinasittich?
The scientific name of Chinasittich is Psittacula derbiana. It belongs to the genus Psittacula.
What is the conservation status of Chinasittich?
Chinasittich (Psittacula derbiana) is classified as Near Threatened by the IUCN Red List.
Where does Chinasittich live?
Chinasittich is found in Found across Europe (6 countries). Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.. Countries include Belgium, France, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, United Kingdom.
What family does Chinasittich belong to?
Chinasittich (Psittacula derbiana) belongs to the genus Psittacula, which is part of the taxonomic family Psittacidae.
What kingdom does Chinasittich belong to?
Chinasittich (Psittacula derbiana) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Tier).
What are the closest relatives of Chinasittich?
The closest relatives of Chinasittich in the genus Psittacula include Bartsittich, Blauschwanzsittich, Finschsittich, Graukopfsittich, Großer Alexandersittich.

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