Rainbow Lorikeet
The Rainbow Lorikeet is a colourful nectar-feeding parrot native to Australia and surrounding islands. With bright plumage of green, blue, orange and yellow, lorikeets are highly active and are often seen visiting flowering trees in noisy, fast-moving flocks.
Rainbow Lorikeet Quick Facts
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Rainbow Lorikeets have a specialised brush-tipped tongue to feed on nectar and pollen.
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Lifespan
10-20 years
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Habitat
Coastal forests, woodlands, urban parks
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Diet
Nectar, pollen, fruit
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Region
Australia, nearby islands
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