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Rainbow Lorikeet
IntermediateTrichoglossus moluccanus
Beautifully rainbow-colored parrot. Blue head, red chest, green wings, yellow belly. Nectar-feeding species requiring specialized lorikeet nectar. Active and playful.
Difficulty
Intermediate
Temperature
18〜30℃
Lifespan
20-30 years
Size
25-30cm
Humidity
50〜70%
Diet
Lorikeet nectar, pollen, fruits
About
The rainbow lorikeet (Trichoglossus moluccanus) is a colourful medium-sized parrot native to eastern Australia. It has a blue head, orange-red breast, green wings and back, and yellow/red belly. Lively and inquisitive, like other lories it feeds chiefly on nectar, pollen and soft fruit, needing a specialised nectar diet rather than seeds.
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Basic Info
Origin
eastern Australia
Lifespan
20-30 years
Size
25-30cm
Temperature
18〜30℃
Humidity
50〜70%
Diet
Lorikeet nectar, pollen, fruits
Care Guide
Diet
Specialized wet food required. Regular seeds unsuitable
Droppings
Liquid diet causes watery droppings. Frequent cleaning needed
Temperament
References & Sources
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The taxonomic, regulatory, and husbandry data on this page are compiled and verified against the authoritative primary sources below.
Taxonomy & Authority
Accepted name: Trichoglossus moluccanus (Gmelin, 1788)
Synonyms: Trichoglossus moluccanus
Authority databases: GBIF
Nomenclature follows global taxonomic authority databases.
Regulations & Conservation Status
CITES 附属書II
Trichoglossus moluccanus。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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