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Fairy Lorikeet
Charmosyna pulchella
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Least Concern
Wingspan
22.9 cm
Weight
29.5 g
Family
Psittaculidae
Order
Psittaciformes
The Fairy Lorikeet (Charmosyna pulchella) is a bird species in the family Psittaculidae (old world parakeets), within the order Psittaciformes (parrots). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 22.9 cm and a weight of 29.5 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 22.9 cm | 9.0 in |
| Weight | 29.5 g | 1.04 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CV. Incubation: 25 days. Fledging: 60 days.
Clutch Size
1-2
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Psittaciformes (Parrots) |
| Family | Psittaculidae (Old World Parakeets) |
| Genus | Charmosyna |
| Species | Charmosyna pulchella |
Distribution
Fairy Lorikeet has been recorded in 1 countries.
Present
Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Fairy Lorikeet endangered?
The Fairy Lorikeet has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Fairy Lorikeet nest?
Nest type: CV. Incubation: 25 days. Fledging: 60 days.
How big is the Fairy Lorikeet?
The Fairy Lorikeet has a wingspan of 22.9 cm, weight of 29.5 g.
What order and family does the Fairy Lorikeet belong to?
The Fairy Lorikeet (Charmosyna pulchella) belongs to the order Psittaciformes and the family Psittaculidae.
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