The Palm Lorikeet is a slender, predominantly green lorikeet native to Vanuatu and the Santa Cruz Islands. It features a bluish crown and a distinct yellow wash on its underparts.
Where to spot
Forests, coconut plantations, and cultivated areas of Vanuatu and the Santa Cruz Islands.
How to spot
Look for them moving through palm fronds or flowering trees. Listen for their sharp, high-pitched calls.
When to spot
Year-round, particularly active during early mornings and late afternoons.
Where to spot
Forests, coconut plantations, and cultivated areas of Vanuatu and the Santa Cruz Islands.
How to spot
Look for them moving through palm fronds or flowering trees. Listen for their sharp, high-pitched calls.
When to spot
Year-round, particularly active during early mornings and late afternoons.
As its name suggests, this lorikeet frequently forages in palm trees, utilizing its brush-tipped tongue to extract nectar.
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