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Pohnpei Lorikeet  (Trichoglossus rubiginosus)

Also Known As: Ponape Lory, Cherry-red Lorikeet, Caroline Lorikeet
 
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Credit: (c) Steve Milpacher
 
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Care in Captivity
Pet Suitability:
New birds extremely shy and nervous. Soon become accustomed to keeper.

Captive Status:
Not usually kept outside Pohnpei.

Longevity:
Not available

Housing:
Large enclosure 3 x 1 x 2m (9.8 x 3.3 x 6.5 ft), minimum temperature 20C (68 F).

Enrichment:
Not available

Nest Box Size:
Vertical box 20cm x 20cm x 35cm (8 x 8 x 14 in).

Clutch Size:
1

Incubation Time:
Not available

Fledging Age:
Not available

Hatch Weight:
Not available

Peak Weight:
Not available

Weaning Weight:
Not available

More Info Sites:
http://www.arndt-verlag.com/projekt/birds_3.cgi?Desc=E014.htm&Pic=014_1.JPG