The Green Naped Lorikeet

Among all the species of parrots, most people prefer the Green Naped Lorikeet especially in Australia where it is abundant because of its beautifully colored feathers, long life span and undemanding diet.

The Green Naped Lorikeets are marked by its navy blue colored head and red beaks and neck and green-colored napped and body. Its tail is long and pointed different from Australian lorry birds although they appear to be similar. Naturally, they are always seen in groups in freedom.

The Green Naped Lorikeet feeds mostly on flower nectars and pollen, fruits, seeds and insects. It uses its brush-like tongue to eat especially those in the wild. Captive Green Naped Lorikeets though can also be fed with artificially mixed foods available in pet shops.

The Green Naped Lorikeet can be found in woodlands, tropical forests, and even in parks and gardens where there are lush trees that they can live and breed. During mating season, which occurs from January to August, the Green Naped Lorikeet builds nests in humid places and lay up to three eggs to hatch after 28 days.

The Green Naped Lorikeets have attractive characteristics besides its colorful beauty. They are lively, playful and friendly and are not afraid of humans. If you are planning to keep one, you must provide a spacious cage with cage guard to accommodate their slimy fluid droppings. Additionally, put some toys and swings inside the cage to keep them busy as they are often at play.