Yellow-Streaked Lory

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Scientific Name: Chalcopsitta scintillata

DID YOU KNOW?

  • Yellow-streaked lories have glossy black feathers with bright yellow markings.
  • They are agile climbers and flyers.
  • Like other lories, they prefer nectar-based diets.

EVERY SPECIES COUNT

Lories rely on flowering forests. Protecting native trees ensures their survival.

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MY CONSERVATION STATUS
Least Concern 85%

HOW LONG DO I LIVE?

Average Lifespan: 20-30 Years

WHERE DO I LIVE?

Lowland forests of New Guinea.

WHAT KIND OF EATER AM I?

Herbivore (Nectarivore)

WHAT’S ON MY MENU?

Nectar, pollen, fruits, and blossoms.

HOW MUCH DO I WEIGH?

180–210 g