Iris Lorikeet

Trichoglossus iris

Conservation Status

Vulnerable

Aves · Psittaciformes · Psittacidae

About

The iris lorikeet is a small, up to 20 cm (8 in) long, green lorikeet bird. The male has a red forehead, yellow nape, purple band back from eye between nape and cheek, and yellowish below. The female almost similar with red-marked green forecrown and yellowish green cheek.

Fun Fact

The iris lorikeet (Trichoglossus iris) is a small, up to 20 cm (8 in) long, green lorikeet bird.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Distributed in the forests and woodlands on the islands of Wetar and Timor in the Lesser Sundas.

Diet

To be updated

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

Habitat Degradation
Overexploitation
Invasive Species
Climate Change

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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