👉 Laniiform is a genus of birds belonging to the family Ciconiidae. They are primarily found in Africa, particularly in tropical and subtropical regions. This genus contains two species, the black parrot (Lanius caeruleus) and the white parrot (Lanius atricapillus). The black parrot is characterized by its distinctive black and gray plumage with a black crown, while the white parrot has a white head, wings, and tail. Both