Yellowish-streaked Lory
Chalcopsitta scintillata
The yellow-streaked lory, also known as the streaked lory or yellowish-streaked lory, is a species of parrot in the family Psittaculidae.
The yellow-streaked lory (Chalcopsitta scintillata), also known as the streaked lory or yellowish-streaked lory, is a species of parrot in the family Psittaculidae.
Distribution and habitat
It is found in the Aru Islands and southern New Guinea. Its natural habitats are subtropical or tropical moist lowland forest and subtropical or tropical mangrove forest.
Taxonomy
The yellow-streaked lory species contains three subspecies:
Chalcopsitta scintillata (Temminck) 1835
Chalcopsitta scintillata chloroptera Salvadori 1876
Chalcopsitta scintillata rubrifrons Gray, GR 1858 - Carmine-fronted lory
Chalcopsitta scintillata scintillata (Temminck) 1835 - Nominate subspecies
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Plumage colours
Taxonomy
- Order
- Psittaciformes
- Family
- Psittacidae
- Genus
- Chalcopsitta
- Conservation status
- Least concern
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Care guide
Lory and Lorikeet Care Guide: Nectar Diet and Housing
How to care for lories and rainbow lorikeets: nectar and pollen diet, hygiene, cage setup, health, behavior and CITES legal status for lorikeet owners.
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Frequently asked questions
- Is Chalcopsitta scintillata (Yellowish-streaked Lory) endangered?
- The IUCN Red List places Chalcopsitta scintillata, commonly known as the Yellowish-streaked Lory, in the «Least concern» category. «Least concern» means it is not currently threatened.
- What family does Chalcopsitta scintillata (Yellowish-streaked Lory) belong to?
- Chalcopsitta scintillata (Yellowish-streaked Lory) belongs to the family Psittacidae, in the order Psittaciformes.
- What colour is Chalcopsitta scintillata (Yellowish-streaked Lory)?
- The plumage of Chalcopsitta scintillata (Yellowish-streaked Lory) combines these colours: Yellow.
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