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Musk Lorikeet

About Musk Lorikeet

The Musk Lorikeet (Glossopsitta concinna) is a medium sized, sturdy lorikeet, sometimes seen in large flocks and often in mixed flocks with other parrots. It is mainly green and identified by its red forehead, blue crown and a distinctive yellow band on its wing. This bird is also known as Red Eared Lorikeet.

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Habitat

South Central / Eastern Australia

Primary Diet

Nectar, pollen, leaves, buds and flowers

Life span - wild

10 years

Life span - captivity

22 years

Conservation status

Least Concern

Pet potential

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