Yellow-billed Lorikeet

Neopsittacus musschenbroekii

Yellow-billed Lorikeet
Photo: TJ Lin · CC BY-SA 2.0

The yellow-billed lorikeet is a species of parrot in the family Psittaculidae. It is found in New Guinea. Its natural habitat is subtropical or tropical moist montane forests.

The yellow-billed lorikeet (Neopsittacus musschenbroekii) is a species of parrot in the family Psittaculidae.

It is found in New Guinea. Its natural habitat is subtropical or tropical moist montane forests.

Description

The yellow-billed lorikeet has green plumage with a red breast and a bright yellow bill.

Text adapted from Wikipedia · CC BY-SA 4.0

Where it lives

Plumage colours

Taxonomy

Genus
Neopsittacus
Conservation status
Least concern

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The illustrations in the pack

Yellow-billed Lorikeet, Watercolor
Watercolor
Yellow-billed Lorikeet, Vintage plate
Vintage plate
Yellow-billed Lorikeet, Ink
Ink
Yellow-billed Lorikeet, Oil
Oil
Yellow-billed Lorikeet, Realistic
Realistic
Yellow-billed Lorikeet, Colored pencil
Colored pencil

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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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Digital editions

HD Digital Art Pack — Yellow-billed Lorikeet

Digital download: 12 high-resolution illustrations of the Yellow-billed Lorikeet (Neopsittacus musschenbroekii), print-ready. This is a digital file; no animal or physical item is included.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Neopsittacus musschenbroekii (Yellow-billed Lorikeet) endangered?
The IUCN Red List places Neopsittacus musschenbroekii, commonly known as the Yellow-billed Lorikeet, in the «Least concern» category. «Least concern» means it is not currently threatened.
Where does Neopsittacus musschenbroekii (Yellow-billed Lorikeet) live?
Neopsittacus musschenbroekii (Yellow-billed Lorikeet) is found in Indonesia.
What family does Neopsittacus musschenbroekii (Yellow-billed Lorikeet) belong to?
Neopsittacus musschenbroekii (Yellow-billed Lorikeet) belongs to the family Psittacidae, in the order Psittaciformes.
What colour is Neopsittacus musschenbroekii (Yellow-billed Lorikeet)?
The plumage of Neopsittacus musschenbroekii (Yellow-billed Lorikeet) combines these colours: Green and Red.

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