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Lorius garrulus
A bright red lory from North Maluku with yellow wing patches and green wings. True to its name 'Chattering Lory', it talks extensively and has a vibrant, active personality.
The chattering lory (Lorius garrulus) is a forest-dwelling parrot endemic to the North Maluku islands of Indonesia. Mostly red with green wings and (in some subspecies) a yellow shoulder patch, it is lively and vocal. Like other lories it feeds chiefly on nectar, pollen and soft fruit, requiring a specialised nectar-based diet rather than seeds.
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Origin
North Maluku, Indonesia
Lifespan
20-28 years
Size
30-32cm
Temperature
20〜28℃
Humidity
50〜70%
Lory nectar diet, flower nectar, fruits
Lory-specific diet essential. Provide fresh daily
Liquid diet requires daily cage cleaning
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The taxonomic, regulatory, and husbandry data on this page are compiled and verified against the authoritative primary sources below.
Accepted name: Lorius garrulus (Linnaeus, 1758)
Synonyms: Psittacus garrulus
Authority databases: GBIF
Nomenclature follows global taxonomic authority databases.
Lorius garrulus。Psittaciformes(オウム目)は CITES 附属書II に一括掲載(附属書I 該当種・及び注記除外4種を除く)。本種はその附属書II適用。
Sources: CITES Appendices (valid from 25.05.2024) / CITES Psittaciformes spp. 附属書II注記(Appendix-II annotation)
Regulations may change. Always verify the latest information with the relevant authorities.
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Highly social and loves to talk
CITES Appendix II. Verify proper acquisition channels
Intermediate. This is an intermediate-level species. Some prior experience and knowledge of environmental management are recommended.
The ideal temperature for Chattering Lory is 20〜28℃. Recommended humidity is 50〜70%. Avoid sudden temperature changes and maintain a stable environment.
The average lifespan of Chattering Lory is 20-28 years. With proper care and nutrition, they can live a long and healthy life.
Chattering Lory typically reaches 30-32cm as an adult. Size may vary depending on care conditions and individual genetics.
Chattering Lory feeds on: Lory nectar diet, flower nectar, fruits. Aim for a balanced diet with appropriate feeding frequency.
The price of Chattering Lory varies significantly depending on morph, size, and lineage. Check our market price page for the latest pricing information.
Last updated: June 23, 2026