Black Lory vs Red-throated Lorikeet
Chalcopsitta atra compared with Charmosyna amabilis
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Black Lory | Red-throated Lorikeet |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Chalcopsitta atra | Charmosyna amabilis |
| Order | Psittaciformes | Psittaciformes |
| Family | Psittaculidae | Psittaculidae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Critically Endangered |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 35.4 cm (13.9 in) | 21.4 cm (8.4 in) |
| Weight | 238.33333333333334 g (8.41 oz) | 8.5 g (0.30 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 2 | -- |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Shared Habitats
Black Lory only
Red-throated Lorikeet only
None
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Black Lory
Critically Endangered
Red-throated Lorikeet
About These Birds
Black Lory
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.