Leaf lorikeet

 ( Leaf Lorikeet ) 

The leaf lorikeet ( Trichoglossus weberi), also known as the Flores lorikeet or Weber's lorikeet, is a species of parrot that is Endemism to the island of Flores. It was previously considered a subspecies of the rainbow lorikeet,Juniper, T., & M. Parr (1998). A Guide to the Parrots of the World. Pica Press. but following a review in 1997,Richard Schodde & I. J. Mason (1997). Zoological Catalogue of Australia, Volume 37, Part 2: Aves (Columbidae to Coraciidae). Australian Biological Resources Study. it is increasingly treated as a separate species.Dickinson, E. C. (editor) (2003). The Howard and Moore Complete Checklist of the Birds of the World. 3d edition. Christopher Helm. Gill, F., M. Wright, & D. Donsker (2009). IOC World Bird Names. Version 2.1. Accessed 20-06-2009

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Description Unlike all other members of the rainbow lorikeet group, the leaf lorikeet has an overall green plumage, with only a paler lime green chest and collar. With a total length of approximately , it is the smallest member of the rainbow lorikeet group. Lexicon of Parrots, online version. Arndt Verlag. Accessed 20-06-2009

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Habitat and conservation

It inhabits the edge of primary forest, secondary forest, woodland and plantations at altitudes up to .Coates, B. J., & K. D. Bishop (1997). A Guide to the Birds of Wallacea. Dove Publications Pty. Ltd. It remains fairly common, but its relatively small distribution could give cause for future concern. As well, its population is believed to be decreasing, with fewer than 20,000 mature individuals believed to be in the wild.

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External links

• Oriental Bird Images.

Categories: Leaf Lorikeet, Birds Of Flores, Lorini

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