Ever seen a Rainbow Lorikeet?
These colorful birds are a sight to behold, and here’s an interesting fact about them: they lay their eggs on chewed, decayed wood! Quite a unique nesting habit, wouldn’t you say?
Did you know? The eggs of the Rainbow Lorikeet are laid on chewed, decayed wood.
Their scientific name is Trichoglossus haematodus, but let’s just stick to calling them Rainbow Lorikeets for now. They doing well in terms of conservation, listed as "Least Concern."
You can spot these vibrant birds almost anywhere with trees, from lush rainforests to urban suburbs. They have quite the varied diet, enjoying fruits, nectar, and pollen.
Rainbow Lorikeets are considered pests in Western Australia due to their invasive nature. However, they do make for fantastic pet birds! We have three Rainbow Lorikeets at Kanyana, including Waabiny, who is a fallow lorikeet with a unique and unusual coloration.
Next time you’re at Kanyana, be sure to meet Waabiny and our other Rainbow Lorikeets. They’re not just pests; they’re also charming and colourful additions to our wildlife family!
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