Lorikeet Red Collared behavior

Frequently taken for Rainbow Lorikeets, Red-collared Lorikeets are actually a distinct species who are incredibly brightly colored and lovely in their own right.

Red-collared Lorikeets are a highly social species, living in large flocks in the wild. They are quite noisy and associate with other Lorikeet species. Red-collared Lorikeets are approachable by people when feeding. They eat insects, nectar, seeds, flowers, pollen, buds and fruits. Usually traced by noise, Red-collared Lorikeets are quite noisy even in aviculture. They do well kept in pairs or small groups but do not do well in small aviaries because they are territorial. Red-collared Lorikeets are very energetic and are curious about everything. Although they may be somewhat shy at first, they are very confiding once they trust you. Generally quite hardy, Red-collared Lorikeets are sensitive to temperature and need to be kept above 72 degrees Fahrenheit while they are being acclimatized. They do very well when kept in a nine by three by six foot aviary with an adjoining indoor shelter, and will need nesting boxes of about 12 by nine by ten inches in dimension. Red-collared Lorikeets are very playful and need lots of branches to chew in addition to fresh water at all times. Red-collared Lorikeets are highly intelligent. They can be taught a number of tricks and can also be toilet-trained!