Pohnpei Lorikeet
Trichoglossus rubiginosus
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Near Threatened
Wingspan
28.2 cm
Weight
77.5 g
Family
Psittaculidae
Order
Psittaciformes
The Pohnpei Lorikeet (Trichoglossus rubiginosus) is a bird species in the family Psittaculidae (old world parakeets), within the order Psittaciformes (parrots). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 28.2 cm and a weight of 77.5 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Near Threatened.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 28.2 cm | 11.1 in |
| Weight | 77.5 g | 2.73 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Near Threatened
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CV.
Clutch Size
1
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Psittaciformes (Parrots) |
| Family | Psittaculidae (Old World Parakeets) |
| Genus | Trichoglossus |
| Species | Trichoglossus rubiginosus |
Names in Other Languages
| Language | Name |
|---|---|
| French | Loriquet de Ponapé |
| German | Kirschlori |
| Japanese | エビチャインコ |
| Turkish | Pohnpei lorisi |
Distribution
Pohnpei Lorikeet has been recorded in 1 countries.
Present
Not recorded
countries highlighted
External Databases
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Pohnpei Lorikeet endangered?
The Pohnpei Lorikeet has a conservation status of Near Threatened.
How does the Pohnpei Lorikeet nest?
Nest type: CV.
How big is the Pohnpei Lorikeet?
The Pohnpei Lorikeet has a wingspan of 28.2 cm, weight of 77.5 g.
What order and family does the Pohnpei Lorikeet belong to?
The Pohnpei Lorikeet (Trichoglossus rubiginosus) belongs to the order Psittaciformes and the family Psittaculidae.
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