About this species
The cardinal lory (Chalcopsitta cardinalis) is a species of parrot in the family Psittaculidae. The cardinal lory lives mainly in the mangrove and the lowland forests of the Solomon Islands, Bougainville Island and easternmost islands of the Bismarck Archipelago. It was previously placed in the genus Pseudeos. It prefers Syzygium species and other fruit-bearing trees that have red blossoms.
Where it occurs
Lowlands of Bismarck Archipelago and Solomon Islands.
Conservation record
AviList v2025b records this species as least concern. Assessments and taxonomy can change; follow the source checklist for updates.
