The Tahiti Lorikeet is a small, predominantly red parrot with a blue crown, native to several islands in French Polynesia. It is highly active and often forms noisy flocks.
Where to spot
Forests, coconut plantations, and cultivated areas on islands such as Tahiti, Moorea, and others in French Polynesia.
How to spot
Look for flocks feeding noisily in flowering trees. Their bright coloration and rapid flight make them conspicuous.
When to spot
Year-round, most active during morning and late afternoon feeding.
Where to spot
Forests, coconut plantations, and cultivated areas on islands such as Tahiti, Moorea, and others in French Polynesia.
How to spot
Look for flocks feeding noisily in flowering trees. Their bright coloration and rapid flight make them conspicuous.
When to spot
Year-round, most active during morning and late afternoon feeding.
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This lorikeet is known for its highly specialized diet, primarily consuming nectar, pollen, and soft fruits using its brush-tipped tongue.
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