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Stella's Lorikeet

About Stella's Lorikeet

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.

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Habitat

New Guinea

Primary Diet

Pollen, nectar, fruits, insects

Life span - wild

7 to 10 years

Life span - captivity

15 years

Conservation status

Least concern

Pet potential

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