Red-flanked Lorikeet
Hypocharmosyna placentis
LCLeast Concern
- Family
- Old World Parrots (Psittaculidae)
- Order
- Psittaciformes
Overview
The red-flanked lorikeet (Hypocharmosyna placentis) is a species of parrot in the family Psittaculidae.
It is found in Mollucas, New Guinea and the Bismarck Archipelago.
Its natural habitats are subtropical or tropical moist lowland forests and subtropical or tropical mangrove forests. Only the adult males have the red plumage on the head and sides.
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Range and habitat
Sources and further reading
- Wikipedia: Red-flanked lorikeet
- eBird: sightings, maps and photos
- xeno-canto: sound recordings
- Birds of the World: full species account (subscription)
- BirdLife DataZone: status and threats
- IUCN Red List (threat status)
- AviList global checklist (taxonomy)
Last updated September 29, 2026.
