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Striated Lorikeet (Charmosyna multistriata)
Also Known As: Streaked Lorikeet, Yellow-streaked Lorikeet
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Credit: (c) Steve Milpacher
Care in Captivity
Pet Suitability:Calm, quiet parrot. Becomes accustomed to keeper fairly easily. New birds susceptible to infections, notably fungal. Strict hygiene necessary.
Captive Status:
Rare
Longevity:
Not available
Housing:
Aviary or enclosure with well-drained, tiled or concrete floor, or suspended cage over same.
Enrichment:
Provide unsprayed flowering branches. Provide overhead misters or shallow water bowls for bathing.
Nest Box Size:
Vertical box 12cm x 12cm x 25cm (5 x 5 x 10 in).
Clutch Size:
2
Incubation Time:
25 days
Fledging Age:
7 1/2 weeks
Hatch Weight:
Not available
Peak Weight:
Not available
Weaning Weight:
33g (1.1 oz)
Link to Specialist Club:
http://www.lorikeets.com/
More Info Sites:
http://www.arndt-verlag.com/projekt/birds_3.cgi?Desc=E043.htm&Pic=043_1.JPG
http://www.avianweb.com/striatedlorikeets.html
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