Olive-headed Lorikeet
Trichoglossus euteles
The Olive-headed Lorikeet (Trichoglossus euteles) is a rare old world parrot found in 2 countries, weighing about 74 g. The olive-headed lorikeet, also called the perfect lorikeet, is a species of parrot in the family Psittaculidae.
About the Olive-headed Lorikeet
The olive-headed lorikeet, also called the perfect lorikeet, is a species of parrot in the family Psittaculidae. It is found in forest, woodland and cultivated areas on Timor and smaller nearby islands.
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How to identify it
The olive-headed lorikeet is a mainly green parrot about 24 cm (9.5 in) long. It has an olive coloured head which is demarcated by a green collar. Its beak is orange-red, its irises are red, and its legs are grey. The male and female have an identical external appearance. Juveniles have a slightly greener head, a brown beak, and brown irises. Voice: It is said that calls are repetitive, long and wheezy; also rapid, buzzy trilling notes and muted series of harsh, longer squeaks, twitters and whistles. They primarily produce sharp, high-pitched sounds expressed as "kreet!" or "kurrk," but also emits a softer, lisping "tsleet!" along with various muted, grating tones.
Where it lives
When to see it
Best months: January, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December, with peak activity in October. It is a variable species across most of its range.
Easily confused with
Quick questions
- How do you identify an Olive-headed Lorikeet?
- The olive-headed lorikeet is a mainly green parrot about 24 cm (9.5 in) long. Full identification notes are on this page.
- How big is an Olive-headed Lorikeet?
- The Olive-headed Lorikeet is a medium sized bird weighing about 74 g.
- Where can you see an Olive-headed Lorikeet?
- The Olive-headed Lorikeet occurs in 2 countries, including Indonesia and Timor-Leste.
- What birds look similar to an Olive-headed Lorikeet?
- The Olive-headed Lorikeet is most easily confused with the Yellow-cheeked Lorikeet, the Ornate Lorikeet and the Pohnpei Lorikeet.
- Is the Olive-headed Lorikeet endangered?
- The Olive-headed Lorikeet is listed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.
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