Lorikeet

Lorikeets are a colourful bird. There are quite a few different lorikeets which are suitable as exotic pet birds. There are the Tropical Lorikeets which are quite large and then there are the Australian lorikeets which are smaller. Among them Rainbow Lorikeets look very similar to the Eastern Rosella, but what makes them different is the Lorikeets' blue head.

Lorikeets are beautiful, playful energetic birds. They love dancing to music which many owners find quite amusing! Your lorikeet will form a special strong bond with you provided you give it a loving and comfortable home.

You should be aware that lorikeets are messy birds. They will make a mess when they eat and their cage becomes soiled on a regular basis. You must be prepared to clean it up on a regular basis to ensure that your bird stays happy and for hygiene reasons too.

They do require a special diet which should consist of fruit, nectar mix and vegetables.

Some of the types of lorikeets include:
Rainbow Lorikeet.
Green Naped Lorikeet.
Blue Lorikeet.
Red Collared Lorikeet.
Perfect Lorikeet.
Black Winged Lorikeet.

The larger tropical lorikeets have a greater talking ability than the smaller Australian lorikeets. If you get a talker, it will bring you a lot of fun and laughs!

Ideally you would want a male bird who has been hand reared from aviary parents. You should do you due diligence when it comes to buying a lorikeet and you should ultimately know where it came from and where its parents came from (even its grandparents if possible).

It is not recommended to mix lorikeets with other parrot species. This is due to the special feeding requirements of the lorikeets.

Lorikeets are really fun birds to own provided you have the time and space for one. Your bird will surely reward you with years of entertainment and love!