About the Sunset Lorikeet
The sunset lorikeet, also known as the scarlet-breasted lorikeet or Forsten's lorikeet, is a species of parrot that is endemic to the Indonesian islands of Bali, Lombok, Sumbawa, Tanah Jampea, and Kalaotoa. It was previously considered a subspecies of the rainbow lorikeet, but following a review in 1997, it is increasingly treated as a separate species.
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Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Psittaciformes |
| Family | Old World Parrots (Psittaculidae) |
| Species | Trichoglossus forsteni |
| Species Codes | railor3, SBLO, SULO |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Sunset Lorikeet belong to?
The Sunset Lorikeet (Trichoglossus forsteni) belongs to the Old World Parrots family (Psittaculidae), in the order Psittaciformes.
How can I identify the Sunset Lorikeet?
The sunset lorikeet, also known as the scarlet-breasted lorikeet or Forsten's lorikeet, is a species of parrot that is endemic to the Indonesian islands of Bali, Lombok, Sumbawa, Tanah Jampea, and Kalaotoa. It was previously considered a subspecies of the rainbow lorikeet, but following a review in ...
Where can I report a Sunset Lorikeet sighting?
You can log sightings of Sunset Lorikeet on eBird (ebird.org) using species code railor3, or on iNaturalist.
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