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Scarlet-breasted Lorikeet / Sunset Lorikeet

Trichoglossus forsteni

Endangered

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in various aerial, terrestrial, and aquatic environments.

Conservation Status

EN Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom
Animalia (สัตว์)
Phylum
Chordata (สัตว์มีแกนสันหลัง)
Class
Aves (นก)
Order
Psittaciformes (อันดับนกแก้ว)
Family
Psittacidae (True Parrots)
Genus
Trichoglossus
Species
Trichoglossus forsteni (Scarlet-breasted Lorikeet / Sunset Lorikeet)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese スンバセイガイインコ
Chinese 日落吸蜜鸚鵡
Spanish Lori pechiescarlata
French Loriquet de Forsten
German Bali-Allfarblori
Portuguese lóris-de-forstein
Russian Лорикет Форстена

Similar Species in Trichoglossus

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Scaly-breasted Lorikeet
Trichoglossus chlorolepidotus
Least Concern
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Mindanao Lorikeet
Trichoglossus johnstoniae
Near Threatened
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Olive-headed Lorikeet
Trichoglossus euteles
Least Concern
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Ornate Lorikeet
Trichoglossus ornatus
Least Concern
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Pohnpei Lorikeet
Trichoglossus rubiginosus
Near Threatened
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Marigold Lorikeet
Trichoglossus capistratus
Least Concern
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Red-collared Lorikeet
Trichoglossus rubritorquis
Least Concern
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Flores Lorikeet / Leaf Lorikeet
Trichoglossus weberi
Near Threatened
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Scarlet-breasted Lorikeet / Sunset Lorikeet?
The scientific name of Scarlet-breasted Lorikeet / Sunset Lorikeet is Trichoglossus forsteni. It belongs to the genus Trichoglossus.
What is the conservation status of Scarlet-breasted Lorikeet / Sunset Lorikeet?
Scarlet-breasted Lorikeet / Sunset Lorikeet (Trichoglossus forsteni) is classified as Endangered by the IUCN Red List.
What family does Scarlet-breasted Lorikeet / Sunset Lorikeet belong to?
Scarlet-breasted Lorikeet / Sunset Lorikeet (Trichoglossus forsteni) belongs to the genus Trichoglossus, which is part of the taxonomic family Psittacidae.
Is Scarlet-breasted Lorikeet / Sunset Lorikeet endangered?
Yes, Scarlet-breasted Lorikeet / Sunset Lorikeet (Trichoglossus forsteni) is classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.
What kingdom does Scarlet-breasted Lorikeet / Sunset Lorikeet belong to?
Scarlet-breasted Lorikeet / Sunset Lorikeet (Trichoglossus forsteni) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (สัตว์).
What are the closest relatives of Scarlet-breasted Lorikeet / Sunset Lorikeet?
The closest relatives of Scarlet-breasted Lorikeet / Sunset Lorikeet in the genus Trichoglossus include Scaly-breasted Lorikeet, Mindanao Lorikeet, Olive-headed Lorikeet, Ornate Lorikeet, Pohnpei Lorikeet.

Genus Trichoglossus — 11 Species

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Scaly-breasted Lorikeet
Trichoglossus chlorolepidotus
LC 🐾
Mindanao Lorikeet
Trichoglossus johnstoniae
NT 🐾
Olive-headed Lorikeet
Trichoglossus euteles
LC 🐾
Ornate Lorikeet
Trichoglossus ornatus
LC 🐾
Pohnpei Lorikeet
Trichoglossus rubiginosus
NT 🐾
Marigold Lorikeet
Trichoglossus capistratus
LC 🐾
Red-collared Lorikeet
Trichoglossus rubritorquis
LC
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Scarlet-breasted Lorikeet / Sunset Lorikeet
Trichoglossus forsteni
EN
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Flores Lorikeet / Leaf Lorikeet
Trichoglossus weberi
NT 🐾
Yellow-and-green Lorikeet / Citrine Lorikeet
Trichoglossus flavoviridis
LC 🐾
Coconut Lorikeet
Trichoglossus haematodus
LC
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