The Lorius lory (scientific name) or black-capped lory is a bird of the parrot species commonly found in New Guinea and its surrounding islands. Its height does not exceed 12.2 inches. Its distinctive features are the green wings, the red head and the body around the wing, blue belly and legs, yellow under wings and a black pattern on its head that looks like it is wearing a cap.Like its cousins, this bird feeds on pollen, nectar, fruits and flowers. The female produces a clutch of 1-2 eggs, and incubates them for 24 days. These birds do not form big groups, but rather smaller groups of 8-10 birds. They create very strong bonds with only one or two birds. Its IUCN listing is the LEAST CONCERN.
Black-capped Lory
