Print This | Tell-a-Friend



Fairy Lorikeet  (Charmosyna pulchella)

Also Known As: Little Red Lorikeet, Little Red Lory, Fair Lorikeet
 
MAIN_place_holder

If you have a photo of this species you would like to contribute, please email us at photos@parrots.org

Credit: (c) Steve Milpacher
 
photos Photos videoNot Available
 
eNewsletter SIGNUP FOR EMAIL UPDATES
Parrots as Pets
Before you acquire a pet parrot...read more »

Care in Captivity
Pet Suitability:
Quiet in voice but very lively; not generally shy. May be aggressive towards other birds. Susceptible during acclimatization period. Strict hygiene necessary.

Captive Status:
Small numbers in captivity.

Longevity:
Not available

Housing:
Enclosure with well-drained floor, suspended over a concrete base, or indoor cage 1.2m (4 ft) long in room with tile on walls and floor.

Enrichment:
Provide bird-safe flowering branches (unsprayed); also provide shallow dish for daily bathing. Use climbing toys such as ropes and swings.

Nest Box Size:
5" x 5" x 10" (12.7cm x 12.7cm x 25.4cm) vertical box.

Clutch Size:
2

Incubation Time:
25 days

Fledging Age:
8.5 weeks

Hatch Weight:
Not available

Peak Weight:
Not available

Weaning Weight:
Not available

Link to Specialist Club:
http://www.kcbbs.gen.nz/lori/ar/lories.html

More Info Sites:
http://www.arndt-verlag.com/projekt/birds_3.cgi?Desc=E049.htm&Pic=049_1.JPG