Lorius chlorocercus
The striking Yellow-bibbed Lory (*Lorius chlorocercus*) is a medium-sized parrot, typically measuring 26-28 cm (10-11 inches) in length and weighing between 120-150 grams (4.2-5.3 ounces). Its plumage is predominantly a brilliant scarlet red, vividly contrasted by a broad, crescent-shaped yellow bib spanning its upper breast. A distinguishing feature is its deep purple-black crown, which extends down to the nape, and bright green wings and tail. The undertail coverts are black, and its strong...
This lory primarily inhabits lowland to hill forests, often found along forest edges and in partially cleared areas. It prefers tropical and subtropical moist broadleaf forests, thriving at elevations typically below 1000 meters.
Their diet primarily consists of nectar, pollen, and soft fruits, supplemented occasionally with small insects and their larvae found within flowers and foliage. They are specialist feeders, primarily using their unique brush-tipped tongue to access these resources.
Yellow-bibbed Lories are diurnal, actively foraging throughout the day and often congregating in noisy communal roosts within large trees at night. Their foraging strategy involves agile acrobatics, climbing adeptly through the canopy using their strong feet and bill to access flowers and fruits....
The Yellow-bibbed Lory is strictly endemic to the Solomon Islands archipelago, an island nation in Melanesia, Oceania. Its primary distribution is centered on Makira Island (formerly San Cristobal) and its surrounding satellite islands, including Ugi and Three Sisters Islands. This species is non...
Least Concern
- The Yellow-bibbed Lory possesses a specialized brush-tipped tongue, perfectly adapted for extracting nectar and pollen from flowers, making it a crucial pollinator in its ecosystem. - It is endemic to a small island group within the Solomon Islands, making it a unique avian jewel of the South P...