Rainbow Lorikeet Trichoglossus moluccanus
G’day, mate! These tiny, colorful parrots are Australian icons.
ORIGIN:
Australia
HABITAT:
Rainforests and urban areas
HEIGHT/WEIGHT:
3-6 oz
Height: 10-12 in
DIET:
Nectar and pollen
PREDATORS:
Snakes and birds of prey
NATURAL DEFENSES:
Alarm calls
REPRODUCTION:
1-month incubation
THREATS:
Collection for the pet trade
LIFE EXPECTANCY:
15-20 yrs
Adult lorikeets have orange beaks, but baby lorikeet beaks are which color?
Yellow |
Black |
Green | White |
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