About the Pygmy Lorikeet
The pygmy lorikeet is a species of parrot in the family Psittaculidae. It is the only species placed in the genus Charminetta. It is found in the highlands of New Guinea; its natural habitat is subtropical or tropical moist montane forests. The world population of pygmy lorikeets is thought to be less than 50,000 individuals, but stable. They live at altitudes of 1000–2200m.
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Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Psittaciformes |
| Family | Old World Parrots (Psittaculidae) |
| Species | Charminetta wilhelminae |
| Species Codes | pyglor1, PYLO |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Pygmy Lorikeet belong to?
The Pygmy Lorikeet (Charminetta wilhelminae) belongs to the Old World Parrots family (Psittaculidae), in the order Psittaciformes.
How can I identify the Pygmy Lorikeet?
The pygmy lorikeet is a species of parrot in the family Psittaculidae. It is the only species placed in the genus Charminetta. It is found in the highlands of New Guinea; its natural habitat is subtropical or tropical moist montane forests. The world population of pygmy lorikeets is thought to be le...
Where can I report a Pygmy Lorikeet sighting?
You can log sightings of Pygmy Lorikeet on eBird (ebird.org) using species code pyglor1, or on iNaturalist.
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