About the Red-throated Lorikeet
The red-throated lorikeet is a critically endangered lorikeet endemic to Fiji. It is 18 cm (7.1 in) long and is bright green overall, with red cheeks, throat and thighs.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Psittaciformes |
| Family | Old World Parrots (Psittaculidae) |
| Species | Vini amabilis |
| Species Codes | retlor1, RTLO |
| Conservation | CR Critically Endangered |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Red-throated Lorikeet belong to?
The Red-throated Lorikeet (Vini amabilis) belongs to the Old World Parrots family (Psittaculidae), in the order Psittaciformes.
What is the conservation status of the Red-throated Lorikeet?
The Red-throated Lorikeet is classified as "Critically Endangered" (CR) by IUCN Red List.
How can I identify the Red-throated Lorikeet?
The red-throated lorikeet is a critically endangered lorikeet endemic to Fiji. It is 18 cm (7.1 in) long and is bright green overall, with red cheeks, throat and thighs....
Where can I report a Red-throated Lorikeet sighting?
You can log sightings of Red-throated Lorikeet on eBird (ebird.org) using species code retlor1, or on iNaturalist.
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