Trichoglossus_euteles

Olive-headed lorikeet

Olive-headed lorikeet

Species of bird

The olive-headed lorikeet (Trichoglossus euteles), also called the perfect lorikeet, is a species of parrot in the family Psittaculidae. It is found in forest, woodland and cultivated areas on Timor and smaller nearby islands.

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Description

The olive-headed lorikeet is a mainly green parrot about 24 cm (9.5 in) long. It has an olive coloured head which is demarcated by a green collar. Its beak is orange-red, its irises are red, and its legs are grey. The male and female have an identical external appearance. Juveniles have a slightly greener head, a brown beak, and brown irises.[2]

Aviculture

Like the rainbow lorikeet, this species of lorikeet is popular in aviculture.

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References

  1. [1]
    BirdLife International (2016). "Trichoglossus euteles". IUCN Red List of Threatened Species. 2016: e.T22684548A93034860. doi:10.2305/IUCN.UK.2016-3.RLTS.T22684548A93034860.en.
  2. [2]
    Forshaw (2006). plate 13.

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