Blue Lorikeet
Vini peruviana
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Vulnerable
Wingspan
21.5 cm
Weight
31.95 g
Family
Psittaculidae
Order
Psittaciformes
The Blue Lorikeet (Vini peruviana) is a bird species in the family Psittaculidae (old world parakeets), within the order Psittaciformes (parrots). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 21.5 cm and a weight of 31.9 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Vulnerable.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 21.5 cm | 8.5 in |
| Weight | 31.95 g | 1.13 oz |
Conservation Status
Vulnerable
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CV. Incubation: 25 days. Fledging: 60 days.
Clutch Size
2
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Psittaciformes (Parrots) |
| Family | Psittaculidae (Old World Parakeets) |
| Genus | Vini |
| Species | Vini peruviana |
Names in Other Languages
| Language | Name |
|---|---|
| Arabic | اللوريكيت الأزرق |
| French | Lori nonnette |
| German | Saphirlori |
| Japanese | ノドジロルリインコ |
| Russian | Синий лори-отшельник |
| Turkish | Mavi lori |
Distribution
Blue Lorikeet has been recorded in 2 countries.
Present
Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Blue Lorikeet endangered?
The Blue Lorikeet has a conservation status of Vulnerable.
How does the Blue Lorikeet nest?
Nest type: CV. Incubation: 25 days. Fledging: 60 days.
How big is the Blue Lorikeet?
The Blue Lorikeet has a wingspan of 21.5 cm, weight of 31.95 g.
What order and family does the Blue Lorikeet belong to?
The Blue Lorikeet (Vini peruviana) belongs to the order Psittaciformes and the family Psittaculidae.
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