Dusky Lorikeet

Dusky Lorikeet in the tropical house at Wingham Wildlife Park

Dusky Lorikeet Natural History

Size

This bird has a fairly short tail bringing their full length to around 10 inches and only weighs 5 to 6.7 ounces.

Habitat and Distribution

This species lives in subtropical forests at elevations of under 2500m on the islands of New Guinea, Salawati and Yapen.

Age

The average lifespan of this species is around 28 years.

Diet

Lorikeets are fairly specialist feeders not only eating a mixture of fruits and seeds but also drinking a substantial amount of plant nectar.

Groups and Breeding

After breeding these birds lay 2 eggs which hatch out after around 25 days.

Threats

This species is often persecuted as crop pests but they are currently considered to have stable numbers and are ranked as least concern by the IUCN.

Interesting Facts

Dusky lorikeets are highly sought after species for their playful characters and great social skills which can make them very interactive with humans.

The Dusky Lorikeet During Your Day Out in Kent

The Dusky Lorikeet at Wingham Wildlife Park can be found opposite the red pandas.

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