Yellow-throated Hanging-parrot vs Black-capped Lory
Loriculus pusillus compared with Lorius lory
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Yellow-throated Hanging-parrot | Black-capped Lory |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Loriculus pusillus | Lorius lory |
| Order | Psittaciformes | Psittaciformes |
| Family | Psittaculidae | Psittaculidae |
| Conservation Status | Near Threatened | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 17.0 cm (6.7 in) | 32.6 cm (12.8 in) |
| Weight | 15.5 g (0.55 oz) | 188.0 g (6.63 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 2 | 2 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Near Threatened
Yellow-throated Hanging-parrot
Least Concern
Black-capped Lory
About These Birds
Black-capped Lory
The Black-capped Lory is a brilliantly colored, medium-sized parrot endemic to New Guinea and surrounding islands, with vivid red plumage, blue belly and wings, a black cap, and yellow wing patches. It inhabits lowland and foothill forests, forest edges, and coconut plantations. It feeds primarily on nectar, pollen, and soft fruits, and is highly social and noisy.