Stella's Lorikeet
Charmosyna stellae
The Stella's Lorikeet (Charmosyna stellae) is a rare old world parrot found in 2 countries, weighing about 83 g. Stella's lorikeet is a species of parrot in the family Psittaculidae.
About the Stella's Lorikeet
Stella's lorikeet is a species of parrot in the family Psittaculidae. It is endemic to New Guinea, where its natural habitat consists of subtropical or tropical moist montane forests.
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Where it lives
When to see it
Best months: May, June, July, August, September, October, November, with peak activity in July. It is a winter visitor species across most of its range.
Easily confused with
Quick questions
- What does a Stella's Lorikeet look like?
- Stella's lorikeet is a species of parrot in the family Psittaculidae.
- How big is a Stella's Lorikeet?
- The Stella's Lorikeet is a medium sized bird weighing about 83 g.
- Where can you see a Stella's Lorikeet?
- The Stella's Lorikeet occurs in 2 countries, including Papua New Guinea and Indonesia.
- What birds look similar to a Stella's Lorikeet?
- The Stella's Lorikeet is most easily confused with the West Papuan Lorikeet, the Josephine's Lorikeet and the Striated Lorikeet.
- Is the Stella's Lorikeet endangered?
- The Stella's Lorikeet is listed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.
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