Fairy Lorikeet
Charmosynopsis pulchella
Conservation Status
Least ConcernAves · Psittaciformes · Psittaculidae
About
The fairy lorikeet is a species of parrot in the family Psittaculidae. Other common names include the little red lorikeet and the little red lory. Found in New Guinea, its natural habitats are subtropical or tropical moist lowland forests and subtropical or tropical moist montane forests. Its colouration is mainly red with some yellow on the throat and green on the wings. Two subspecies are recognised, C. p. pulchella and C. p. rothschildi.
Fun Fact
Other common names include the little red lorikeet and the little red lory.
Quick Facts
Habitat
Found in north and central New Guinea in the Cyclops Mountains and other nearby mountain ranges.
Diet
Feed on pollen and nectar foraged from flowers high in the forest canopy and is often associated with Melicope trees.
Lifespan
To be updated
Threats
- Habitat Change
- Human Disturbance