Black Lory vs Princess Parrot
Chalcopsitta atra compared with Polytelis alexandrae
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Black Lory | Princess Parrot |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Chalcopsitta atra | Polytelis alexandrae |
| Order | Psittaciformes | Psittaciformes |
| Family | Psittaculidae | Psittaculidae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Near Threatened |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 35.4 cm (13.9 in) | 36.7 cm (14.4 in) |
| Weight | 238.33333333333334 g (8.41 oz) | 103.7 g (3.66 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 2 | 4-6 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Shared Habitats
Black Lory only
Princess Parrot only
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Black Lory
Near Threatened
Princess Parrot
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.