Kingdom Animalia Order Psittaciformes Tribe Lorini Scientific name Trichoglossus weberi Rank Species | Phylum Chordata Family Psittacidae Genus Trichoglossus Higher classification Trichoglossus | |
Similar Marigold lorikeet, Sunset lorikeet, Biak lorikeet, Red‑chinned lorikeet, Meek's lorikeet | ||
The leaf lorikeet (Trichoglossus weberi), also known as the Flores lorikeet or Weber's lorikeet, is a monotypic species of parrot that is endemic to the Indonesian island of Flores. It was previously considered a subspecies of the rainbow lorikeet, but following a review in 1997, it is increasingly treated as a separate species.
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Description
Unlike all other members of the rainbow lorikeet group, the leaf lorikeet has an overall green plumage, with only a paler lime green chest and collar. With a total length of approximately 23 cm, it is the smallest member of the rainbow lorikeet group.
Habitat
It inhabits the edge of primary forest, secondary forest, woodland and plantations at altitudes up to 1400 m. It remains fairly common, but its relatively small distribution could give cause for future concern.
