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THE PARROT SPECIES FIELD GUIDE · Psittaculidae

Blue-streaked Lory

Trichoglossus reticulatus

Meet the blue-streaked lory: its taxonomic place, natural range and conservation record.

Blue-streaked Lory — Trichoglossus reticulatus
Blue-streaked Lory
SPECIES NOTES

A closer look.

Scientific names follow AviList v2025b. Read the taxonomy and source notes for changes in classification.

About this species

The blue-streaked lory (Trichoglossus reticulatus) is also known as the blue-necked lory. It is a medium-sized parrot (31 cm), which is found on the Tanimbar Islands and Babar in the southern Moluccas.

Where it occurs

Tanimbar Islands (Arafura Sea).

Why names can differ

Wikipedia currently lists this bird as Eos reticulata; the name shown here follows AviList v2025b.

Conservation record

AviList v2025b records this species as near threatened. Assessments and taxonomy can change; follow the source checklist for updates.

Sources & image credit

Names, family, range and conservation record: AviList Core Team (2026), AviList v2025b, CC BY 4.0. Species summary: Wikipedia contributors, CC BY-SA 4.0. Length, weight and longevity when listed: World Parrot Trust species account.

Image: Doug Janson. Original file and full credit · CC BY-SA 3.0. Display size and encoding adjusted.