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Care in Captivity

Pet Suitability:
Mated pairs will defend their territories vigorously. Single birds active, playful; require as large a cage as possible. May be messy due to diet.

Captive Status:
Uncommon

Longevity:
15+yrs

Housing:
Aviary with concrete, sloping floor towards drain, or suspended enclosure over concrete base.

Enrichment:
Avid bathers, provide water bowls or spray misters once a day; socialization; large enclosure for daily flights. Also provide swings, ladders and other toys, all easy to clean, to appeal to the acrobatic nature of this species.

Nest Box Size:
Vertical box 6" x 6" x 12" (15.2cm x 15.2cm x 30.5cm).

Clutch Size:
2

Incubation Time:
26 days or more

Fledging Age:
60 days

Hatch Weight:
4g (0.14 oz)

Peak Weight:
Not available

Weaning Weight:
Not available

Link to Specialist Club:
http://www.lorikeets.com/

http://www.kcbbs.gen.nz/lori/ar/lories.html

More Info Sites:
http://www.peteducation.com/article.cfm?cls=15&cat=1840&articleid=2342

http://www.arndt-verlag.com/projekt/birds_3.cgi?Desc=E052.htm&Pic=052_1.JPG

http://www.avianweb.com/papuanlorikeets.html