Black Lory
Chalcopsitta atra
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<birdfyi-bird slug="chalcopsitta-atra"></birdfyi-bird>The Black Lory (Chalcopsitta atra) is a bird species in the family Psittaculidae (old world parakeets), within the order Psittaciformes (parrots). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 35.4 cm and a weight of 238.3 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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About
The Black Lory is a medium-sized, entirely black lory with red undertail coverts, a yellow bill, and red bare facial skin around the eye, giving it a striking appearance. It inhabits the rainforests of western New Guinea and nearby islands including Misool, Salawati, and Batanta. Like other lories, it feeds primarily on nectar and pollen from forest flowers, with a brush-tipped tongue adapted for this diet.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 35.4 cm | 13.9 in |
| Weight | 238.33333333333334 g | 8.41 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Incubation: 25 days. Fledging: 75 days.
Clutch Size
2
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Psittaciformes (Parrots) |
| Family | Psittaculidae (Old World Parakeets) |
| Genus | Chalcopsitta |
| Species | Chalcopsitta atra |
Names in Other Languages
| Language | Name |
|---|---|
| Chinese | 黑吸蜜鹦鹉 |
| French | Lori noir |
| German | Schwarzlori |
| Indonesian | nuri hitam |
| Japanese | スミインコ |
| Portuguese | lóris-negro |
| Russian | Чёрный блестящий лори |
| Turkish | Kara lori |
Distribution
Black Lory has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Psittaculidae family