About the Yellow-cheeked Lorikeet
The yellow-cheeked lorikeet is a species of parrot in the family Psittaculidae. It is endemic to Sulawesi in Indonesia. It is generally common.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Psittaciformes |
| Family | Old World Parrots (Psittaculidae) |
| Species | Trichoglossus meyeri |
| Species Codes | yaglor2, YCLO, MCLO |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Yellow-cheeked Lorikeet belong to?
The Yellow-cheeked Lorikeet (Trichoglossus meyeri) belongs to the Old World Parrots family (Psittaculidae), in the order Psittaciformes.
How can I identify the Yellow-cheeked Lorikeet?
The yellow-cheeked lorikeet is a species of parrot in the family Psittaculidae. It is endemic to Sulawesi in Indonesia. It is generally common....
Where can I report a Yellow-cheeked Lorikeet sighting?
You can log sightings of Yellow-cheeked Lorikeet on eBird (ebird.org) using species code yaglor2, or on iNaturalist.
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More Birds in Order Psittaciformes
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Quick Stats
Psittaciformes
Order
201
Species in Family
28
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