#dusky lory

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Dusky Lories

Taken: 27th of December 2024

Location: Singapore Zoo

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ALDH3A2 - Aldehyde Dehydrogenase 3 Family Member A2

This gene encodes an enzyme that catalyzes the oxidation of fatty aldehydes to carboxylic acids.

Dusky lory

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Inheritence: recessive.

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Dusky Lory

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Dusky Lory (Pseudeos fuscata)

Dusky Lories are typically observed in pairs or in small flocks, but large groups of over 50 are not uncommon, sometimes with Rainbow Lorikeets. They are also known as 'Banded Lories' or 'Duskies' and prefer to feed in tree canopies rather than the ground.

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Dusky Lory (Pseudeos fuscata)

"little sunset/ halloween birdie!! also all lorikeets have lovely personalities"

Dusky lories are found in lowland and foothill forests of Papua New Guinea, typically feeding on fruit and nectar. While populations havent been extensively studied, they seem to be somewhat stable and in large numbers. They are also highly popular as pets.

Not much info is found specific to this species, so I'll talk a bit about lories in general. The word 'lory' comes from the Malay 'lūri', which refers to many different species of colorful parrots. When talking about the difference between lories and lorikeets, the difference is subjective, though it usually is in reference to the tail length, with lories having shorter and more blunt tails and lorikeets having longer, more tapered tails. Most lories will breed in cavity nests high up in the trees.

"Lories have very specialized tongues for feeding on nectar. Tiny hair-like structures called 'papillae' line the end of the tongue in the shape of an "U." When they extend their tongue to feed, the papillae stand on end, allowing nectar and pollen to be easily soaked up. This trait has earned them the nickname "Brush-Tongued Parrots.""

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Learn about the size, diet, population, habitat, behavior and other interesting facts about dusky lory.

Dusky lory - Wikipedia

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the dusky lory is a medium-sized parrot native to new guinea. this bird is black with two ‘phases’ - orange & red markings or yellow markings. like other members of the lory family, the dusky lory feeds on fruit and nectar, and typically lives in humid rainforests. the dusky lory is not endangered, but is rare in captivity.