Ouvea Parakeet vs Biak Lorikeet

Eunymphicus uvaeensis compared with Trichoglossus rosenbergii

Side-by-Side Comparison

Attribute Ouvea Parakeet Biak Lorikeet
Scientific Name Eunymphicus uvaeensis Trichoglossus rosenbergii
Order Psittaciformes Psittaciformes
Family Psittaculidae Psittaculidae
Conservation Status Vulnerable Vulnerable
Length
Wingspan 31.4 cm (12.4 in) 26.7 cm (10.5 in)
Weight 111.0 g (3.92 oz) 130.0 g (4.59 oz)
Diet -- --
Clutch Size 2-4 --
Population Trend

Habitat Comparison

Shared Habitats

Ouvea Parakeet only

None

Biak Lorikeet only

None

Conservation Status

Vulnerable

Ouvea Parakeet

Vulnerable

Biak Lorikeet

About These Birds

Biak Lorikeet

The Biak Lorikeet is a vulnerable, brightly colored parrot endemic to Biak Island in West Papua, Indonesia. It resembles the Rainbow Lorikeet but is distinguished by its heavier dark barring on the chest and more restricted range. It feeds on nectar, pollen, and soft fruits in the forest canopy, and is threatened by capture for the pet trade and habitat loss.

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