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Lories & lorikeets

Lories and lorikeets are scientifically categorized as members of the tribe Loriini, which currently contains 19 different, colorful genera that are naturally found throughout Australasia. The most popular pet lory and lorikeet species include the rainbow lorikeet, chattering lory and dusky lory.

These parrots favor an unusual diet high in flower nectar and fruits. They’ve actually involved special brush-tipped tongues to reach deep into their favorite flower species – a bit freaky if you’ve never seen it before! In this section you’ll find information about the different types of lories and lorikeets, their funky tongues, lifespan, care in the home and much more.

 

Black lory or Chalcopsitta atra pair

Black Lory Parrot Profile | Care, Diet, Personality & More

Published: September 5, 2023Modified: January 8, 2024

The black lory, native to Indonesia, is one of the most striking parrots out there. Although it’s many a parrot lover’s dream species to own, as of right now, it’s …

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Hypocharmosyna rubronotata or red-fronted lorikeet

Red-Fronted Lorikeet Parrot Profile | Hypocharmosyna rubronotata

Published: March 27, 2023Modified: January 8, 2024

The red-fronted lorikeet, also known as red-spotted or red-rumped lorikeet, is a brightly colored parrot that is native to the island of New Guinea. Despite their vibrant plumage and playful …

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Black-Capped Lory Care & Info | Lorius lory

Published: August 30, 2022Modified: January 8, 2024

Thinking about adding a black-capped lory (Lorius lory) to your family? Good choice! These colorful New Guinean natives can make fantastic pets. They do need some special care, however, and …

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Headshot of a dusky lory parrot.

What Is A Lory? | Lories vs Lorikeets

Published: September 9, 2020Modified: December 19, 2023

Australasia is home to a wide range of native parrots. Among them are colorful species from a subfamily called Loriinae, usually referred to as lories or lorikeets. But what is …

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  • Parrots by species
    • List of parrot species
    • African grey parrots
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    • Cockatoos
    • Conures
    • Eclectus
    • Indian ringnecks
    • Lories & lorikeets
    • Lovebirds
    • Parakeets
    • Parrotlets
    • Quaker parrots
  • Parrot care
    • Parrot accessories
    • Parrot diet
    • Parrot comparisons
    • Parrot DIY
    • Parrot facts
    • Parrot lifespan
    • Parrot talking
    • Parrot training
    • Wild parrots