The Biak Red-collared Lorikeet is a distinctly colored parrot endemic to Biak Island, Indonesia. It is characterized by its green plumage with a prominent red breast and a bluish-purple cap.
Where to spot
Forests and forest edges of Biak Island, Indonesia.
How to spot
Look for brightly colored lorikeets flying swiftly or feeding in flowering trees. Its distinct red breast and blue cap are key identifiers.
When to spot
Year-round, active during daylight hours.
Where to spot
Forests and forest edges of Biak Island, Indonesia.
How to spot
Look for brightly colored lorikeets flying swiftly or feeding in flowering trees. Its distinct red breast and blue cap are key identifiers.
When to spot
Year-round, active during daylight hours.
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
This species was formerly considered a subspecies of the Rainbow Lorikeet but is now recognized as a distinct species due to its unique coloration and island isolation.
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