The Stella’s Lorikeet (Charmosyna papou) is also known as the Papuan Lorikeet. It occurs in a red phase and a melanistic phase, the melanistic phase is frequently found at higher altitudes and is more sensitive to overheating in warm weather.
New Guinea
Pollen, nectar, fruits, insects
7 to 10 years
15 years
Least concern
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