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the Rainbow Lorikeet
Trichoglossus haematodus
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The Rainbow Lorikeet, as its name implies, has all the colours of the rainbow.

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The one to the right is guarding a nest.

When approached the adults in the nest, fly away hoping that any threat will follow them away from the nest.



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When in groups, they enter into incessant chattering and fluttering about - creating an excited partying atmosphere.

Its young can be heard uttering a single piping call for attention - especially those that are still learning to fly.

The Rainbow Lorikeet can be found in the eastern Australian coastal ranges from Cape York to Adelaide.

These photos were taken in Cheltenham and the Lane Cove National Park in Sydney.