About the Stephen's Lorikeet
Stephen's lorikeet, also known as the Henderson lorikeet or the Henderson Island Lorikeet, is a species of parrot in the family Psittaculidae. It is endemic to Henderson Island in the Pitcairn Islands of the South Pacific.
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The lorikeets are 19 cm (7.5 in) in length and weigh 42–55 g (1.5–1.9 oz). Adults are green on the upper side, with a green occiput and crown. The green color turns into a yellow-green at the base and tail. They have a green underwings, with a green band across the chest that varies in appearance. Their breast is red in color, and turns purple towards their abdomen and thighs. They have a deep orange beak with yellow or orange eyes. Juvenile Stephen's lorikeets have green underparts with purple or red marks on their throats and abdomens. Their tail tends to be a dark green.
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Where the Stephen's Lorikeet lives
When to see the Stephen's Lorikeet
Peak activity in July · a winter visitor species across most of its range
Easily confused with
Kuhl's LorikeetVini kuhliiIt is a fast flying lorikeet with vibrant plumage; a green back, wings and crown, a blue nape and legs and bright red undersides and cheeks.
Ultramarine LorikeetVini ultramarinaThe ultramarine lorikeet is a species of parrot in the family Psittaculidae, endemic to the Marquesas Islands.
Blue LorikeetVini peruvianaThe blue lorikeet is 18 cm long with a short rounded tail.
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