Iris Lorikeet
Trichoglossus iris
VulnerableAves · 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