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Chattering lory – Lorius garrulus
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Chattering lory – Lorius garrulus
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Chattering and Studying
Two of a few Chattering Lories (Lorius garrulus) ripping up barks, and tasting and studying them in the Bird Paradise. Photo credit: Jonathan Chua.
chattering lory (gumi chan)
original reference: Hideaki Utsumi https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QY5eqgf3qeI
Aptrill Day 24: Chattering Lory.
September 25, 2022 - Chattering Lory (Lorius garrulus)
These parrots are found in the forests of North Maluku in Indonesia. They feed on fruit, seeds, nectar, buds, and pollen. Breeding from June to November, pairs usually nest in tree cavities where females lay two eggs. They are classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN due largely to capture for the pet trade, as well as habitat loss from deforestation.
Featured Birds: WUEWUEWUE Red Bird Gumi and Kuromi (RIP).
Lorikeet Advice: They're both entertaining and beautiful, but not many people think about their super-soaker poops. It's completely normal and stems from their nectar-based diet. To seasoned Birdhists, we're desensitized, but it might be off-putting to new, fledgling Birdhists. Always learn as much as you can about a species of bird before bringing them into your family.
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CHATTERING LORY Lorius garrulus ©Laura Quick
Did You Know?
The Chattering Lory has been trapped to near extinction (for the pet trade) on a number of islands in Indonesia.
Up to 70% of a lory or lorikeet's day is spent foraging for food. They will fly up to 30 miles in a day to find a food source.
Programs & Projects World Parrot Trade has worked with numerous partners to help save this species. In 2016-2017 WPT supported the confiscation and rehabilitation of over 50 Chattering Lories seized in a number of shipments. Where possible the birds were moved to Tasikoki Rescue Centre for treatment and preparation for release back into the wild. In July 2018 the Forestry department of North Moluccas, a WPT partner, released 14 rehabilitated Chattering Lories on Bacan Island in that region.
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