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Tribe of birds

Loriini is a tribe of parrots in the family Psittaculidae. These birds are commonly known as lories and lorikeets. They are characterized by their specialized brush-tipped tongues adapted for feeding on nectar and pollen.

Description[edit]

Lories and lorikeets are small to medium-sized parrots, ranging in size from 15 to 40 cm in length. They are known for their bright and colorful plumage, which can include shades of red, green, blue, and yellow. Their brush-tipped tongues are a distinctive feature, allowing them to efficiently extract nectar from flowers.

Distribution and Habitat[edit]

Loriini are primarily found in the Australasian realm, including regions such as Australia, New Guinea, and the surrounding islands. They inhabit a variety of environments, from rainforests to woodlands, and are often found in areas with abundant flowering plants.

Diet[edit]

The diet of Loriini primarily consists of nectar and pollen, which they obtain using their specialized tongues. They also consume fruits, seeds, and occasionally insects. Their feeding habits play a crucial role in the pollination of many plant species.

Behavior[edit]

Lories and lorikeets are highly social birds, often seen in flocks. They are known for their acrobatic flight and playful behavior. These birds are also vocal, using a range of calls to communicate with each other.

Reproduction[edit]

Loriini typically nest in tree hollows, where they lay two to three eggs. Both parents participate in incubating the eggs and feeding the chicks. The young fledge after about eight weeks.

Conservation[edit]

While many species of Loriini are common and widespread, some are threatened by habitat loss and the illegal pet trade. Conservation efforts are focused on habitat protection and breeding programs.

Gallery[edit]

Related pages[edit]

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-{{Short description|A tribe of parrots known as lories and lorikeets}}
+{{short description|Tribe of birds}}
 {{Taxobox
 | name = Loriini
-| image = Rainbow Lorikeet.jpg
+| image = Ornithological_miscellany_(Plate)_(5981479349).jpg
-| image_caption = Rainbow Lorikeet (''Trichoglossus moluccanus'')
+| image_caption = Various species of Loriini
-| regnum = [[Animalia]]
-| phylum = [[Chordata]]
-| classis = [[Aves]]
-| ordo = [[Psittaciformes]]
-| familia = [[Psittaculidae]]
-| subfamilia = [[Loriinae]]
-| tribus = '''Loriini'''
 }}
-The '''Loriini''' are a tribe of [[parrots]] known as lories and lorikeets. They are small to medium-sized arboreal parrots characterized by their specialized brush-tipped tongues adapted for feeding on nectar and soft fruits. These birds are native to the Australasian region, including [[Australia]], [[New Guinea]], and the surrounding islands.
+'''Loriini''' is a tribe of [[parrots]] in the family [[Psittaculidae]]. These birds are commonly known as [[lories]] and [[lorikeets]]. They are characterized by their specialized brush-tipped tongues adapted for feeding on [[nectar]] and [[pollen]].
 ==Description==
-Lories and lorikeets are known for their vibrant plumage, which often includes a dazzling array of colors such as red, green, blue, and yellow. The distinction between lories and lorikeets is not taxonomically significant but generally refers to differences in tail length; lories tend to have shorter, more rounded tails, while lorikeets have longer, pointed tails.
+Lories and lorikeets are small to medium-sized parrots, ranging in size from 15 to 40 cm in length. They are known for their bright and colorful plumage, which can include shades of red, green, blue, and yellow. Their brush-tipped tongues are a distinctive feature, allowing them to efficiently extract nectar from flowers.
-[[File:Chattering Lory.jpg|thumb|left|Chattering Lory (''Lorius garrulus'')]]
+==Distribution and Habitat==
+Loriini are primarily found in the [[Australasian realm]], including regions such as [[Australia]], [[New Guinea]], and the surrounding islands. They inhabit a variety of environments, from [[rainforests]] to [[woodlands]], and are often found in areas with abundant flowering plants.
-These parrots possess a unique brush-tipped tongue that allows them to efficiently extract nectar from flowers. This adaptation is crucial for their diet, which primarily consists of nectar, pollen, and soft fruits. Some species also consume insects and their larvae.
+==Diet==
+The diet of Loriini primarily consists of nectar and pollen, which they obtain using their specialized tongues. They also consume fruits, seeds, and occasionally insects. Their feeding habits play a crucial role in the pollination of many plant species.
-==Habitat and Distribution==
-Loriini species inhabit a variety of forested environments, including rainforests, mangroves, and woodlands. They are highly social birds, often found in flocks that can number in the hundreds. Their range extends across the Australasian region, with a high concentration of species in New Guinea and the surrounding islands.
 ==Behavior==
-Lories and lorikeets are known for their acrobatic abilities and playful nature. They are highly active birds, often seen hanging upside down or engaging in playful interactions with each other. Their social nature is also evident in their vocalizations, which include a range of calls used for communication within flocks.
+Lories and lorikeets are highly social birds, often seen in flocks. They are known for their acrobatic flight and playful behavior. These birds are also vocal, using a range of calls to communicate with each other.
-[[File:Red Lory.jpg|thumb|right|Red Lory (''Eos bornea'')]]
+==Reproduction==
+Loriini typically nest in tree hollows, where they lay two to three eggs. Both parents participate in incubating the eggs and feeding the chicks. The young fledge after about eight weeks.
-Breeding behavior varies among species, but generally, these parrots are monogamous, forming strong pair bonds. They nest in tree hollows, where the female typically lays two eggs. Both parents participate in feeding and caring for the chicks.
+==Conservation==
+While many species of Loriini are common and widespread, some are threatened by habitat loss and the illegal pet trade. Conservation efforts are focused on habitat protection and breeding programs.
-==Conservation==
+==Gallery==
-Many species within the Loriini tribe are threatened by habitat loss and the illegal pet trade. Conservation efforts are focused on habitat preservation and legal protection to ensure the survival of these vibrant birds in the wild.
+<gallery>
+File:Oreopsittacus_arfaki_(pair)_-captive-8a-4c.jpg|[[Oreopsittacus arfaki]]
+File:N309_w1150_(8006803741)_(cropped_2).jpg|[[Trichoglossus haematodus]]
+File:Charmosyna_placentis_-Jurong_Bird_Park_-pair-6a.jpg|[[Charmosyna placentis]]
+File:TrichoglossusPulchellusKeulemans.jpg|[[Trichoglossus pulchellus]]
+File:Charmosyna_josefinae.jpg|[[Charmosyna josefinae]]
+File:Charmosyna_margarethae.jpg|[[Charmosyna margarethae]]
+File:Vini_australis_-London_Zoo,_England-8a.jpg|[[Vini australis]]
+</gallery>
 ==Related pages==
+* [[Psittaculidae]]
 * [[Parrot]]
-* [[Psittaculidae]]
 * [[Nectarivore]]
-[[Category:Parrots]]
-[[Category:Loriinae]]
 [[Category:Psittaculidae]]
+[[Category:Bird tribes]]