Lories and Lorikeet
Black Capped Lory
Black Capped Lory
Black Capped Lory (Lorius lory) is a colourful, stocky and a relatively robust lory. There are seven subspecies of this bird. These birds have a smart and energetic disposition and often show a clownish behaviour, which makes them a much loved pet the world over.
Habitat
New Guinea and adjacent smaller islands
Primary Diet
Pollen, nectar, flowers, fruits, insects
Life span - wild
15 to 18 years
Life span - captivity
20 to 25 years
Conservation status
Least concern
