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Blue-crowned Lory  (Vini australis)

Also Known As: Blue-crowned Lory, Blue-crested Lory, Samoan Lory, Segavao (Samoa), Hengehenga (Tonga)
 
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Blue-crowned Lory perched

Credit: © Dr. Paddy Ryan | http://www.ryanphotographic.com/
 
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Care in Captivity
Pet Suitability:
Not available

Captive Status:
Uncommon

Longevity:
Not available

Housing:
Enclosure 11' x 4' x 7' (3.3 x 1.2 x 2.1m) high.

Enrichment:
Large chunks of fruit, mealworms and romaine lettuce for enrichment.

Nest Box Size:
L-shaped box.

Clutch Size:
1 to 2

Incubation Time:
23-26 days

Fledging Age:
49-66 days

Hatch Weight:
2-3g (0.07-0.1 oz)

Peak Weight:
50g (1.75 oz)

Weaning Weight:
40-45g (1.4-1.6 oz)

Link to Specialist Club:
American Lory Society Box 490302 Lawrenceville, GA 30049

Captive Projects:
http://www.loriinae.com/Vini%20Lories%20and%20Breeding%20the%20Blue-crowned%20Lory.pdf

More Info Sites:
http://www.loriinae.com/spbluecrown.html

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Blue-crowned_Lory