Loriquet de Biak

Loriquet de Biak

Trichoglossus rosenbergii

Vulnerable
Envergure
26,7 cm
Poids
130,0 g
Famille
Psittaculidae
Ordre
Psittaciformes

À propos

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.

Physical Description

Measurement Value Imperial
Envergure 26,7 cm 10.5 in
Poids 130,0 g 4.59 oz

Habitat & Range

Statut de conservation

Vulnerable
IUCN Red List

Taxonomie

Kingdom Animalia
Phylum Chordata
Class Aves
Ordre Psittaciformes (Parrots)
Famille Psittaculidae (Old World Parakeets)
Genus Trichoglossus
Espèces Trichoglossus rosenbergii

Names in Other Languages

Language Name
French Loriquet de Biak
Indonesian perkici biak
Japanese ビアクセイガイインコ

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Foire aux questions

Is the Loriquet de Biak endangered?
The Loriquet de Biak has a conservation status of Vulnerable.
How big is the Loriquet de Biak?
The Loriquet de Biak has a wingspan of 26.7 cm, weight of 130.0 g.
What order and family does the Loriquet de Biak belong to?
The Loriquet de Biak (Trichoglossus rosenbergii) belongs to the order Psittaciformes and the family Psittaculidae.

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