Papuan Lorikeet
A species of Melanesian Lorikeets Scientific name : Charmosyna papou Genus : Melanesian Lorikeets
Papuan Lorikeet, A species of Melanesian Lorikeets
Botanical name: Charmosyna papou
Genus: Melanesian Lorikeets
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Photo By Nigel Voaden 
Description
The Papuan lorikeet, also known as Stella's lorikeet and Mount-Goliath lorikeet (Charmosyna papou) is a species of parrot in the family Psittaculidae. It is found in New Guinea. Its natural habitat is subtropical or tropical moist montane forests. The Papuan lorikeet occurs in a red phase and a melanistic phase, the melanistic phase is frequently found at higher altitudes and is more sensitive to overheating in warm weather. 
Size
42 cm
Nest Placement
Cavity
Feeding Habits
Papuan Lorikeet primarily feeds on blossoms, flower buds, pollen, and the soft fruit of Schefflera trees. Papuan Lorikeet forages alone or in pairs, showing aggression towards other lorikeets. While papuan Lorikeet occasionally ingests insects, it may be accidental. Papuan Lorikeet's behavior includes daytime foraging, specializing in a variety of plant-based foods.
Habitat
The habitat of papuan Lorikeet primarily encompasses montane forests rich with Nothofagus and Podocarpus species. These birds are typically found in environments that have undergone some level of disturbance, suggesting adaptability to varied forest conditions within broader montane regions.
Dite type
Frugivorous
General Info
Feeding Habits
Bird food type
Fruit
Photo By Nigel Voaden 
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Birds Order
Parrots Family
Parrots Genus
Melanesian Lorikeets Species
Papuan Lorikeet 
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