Trichoglossus semilarvatus
The captivating Blue-eared Lory, Trichoglossus semilarvatus, is a medium-sized parrot, endemic to the montane forests of Sulawesi, Indonesia, captivating observers with its vibrant plumage and energetic demeanor. Measuring approximately 24 cm (9.4 inches) in length and weighing around 90-110 grams, its body is predominantly emerald green. Distinctive field marks include a deep, almost blackish-blue crown, contrasting sharply with prominent, bright azure-blue ear-coverts, which lend the specie...
Primarily inhabits montane rainforests, forest edges, and occasionally disturbed or agricultural areas across Sulawesi, typically found at elevations between 800 and 2,500 meters.
Primarily feeds on nectar and pollen, supplemented by soft fruits, small seeds, and occasionally insects, expertly extracted with its brush-tipped tongue.
Blue-eared Lories are highly arboreal and remarkably active, often observed in pairs or small, agile flocks, though larger congregations can form at abundant food sources. Their flight is rapid, direct, and accompanied by characteristic shrill calls, making their presence known throughout the can...
The Blue-eared Lory is strictly endemic to the island of Sulawesi, Indonesia, and its immediate offshore islands. Its distribution spans across the mountainous regions of both the northern and southern arms of Sulawesi. Populations are found in central, western, and southeastern parts of the main...
Least Concern
- The Blue-eared Lory is entirely endemic to Sulawesi, meaning it is found nowhere else on Earth. - Like other lorikeets, it possesses a unique brush-tipped tongue, perfectly adapted for lapping up nectar and pollen from flowers. - Despite its relatively restricted range, its population is curren...