About this species
The purple-crowned lorikeet (Psitteuteles porphyrocephalus), (also known as the porphyry-crowned lorikeet, zit parrot, blue-crowned lorikeet, purple-capped lorikeet, lory, cowara, lorikeet, and purple-capped parakeet) is a lorikeet found in scrub and mallee of southern Australia. It is a small lorikeet distinguished by a purple crown, an orange forehead and ear-coverts, and a light blue chin and chest.
Where it occurs
Southern Australia (southwestern Western Australia, southern South Australia including Kangaroo Island, western Victoria, and south-western New South Wales).
Why names can differ
Wikipedia currently lists this bird as Glossopsitta porphyrocephala; the name shown here follows AviList v2025b.
Conservation record
AviList v2025b records this species as least concern. Assessments and taxonomy can change; follow the source checklist for updates.
