About this species
The red-throated lorikeet (Vini amabilis) is a critically endangered lorikeet endemic to Fiji. It is 18 cm (7.1 in) long and is bright green overall, with red cheeks, throat and thighs. This bird has been found on the islands of Viti Levu, Vanua Levu, Taveuni and Ovalau. Ten specimens were collected in 1923, but it was last recorded in 1993, although it may also have been seen on Mount Tomanivi on Viti Levu in 2001. A search of Viti Levu in 2001-2 failed to find any birds, as did a second series of surveys in 2003. It continues to be threatened by habitat loss, the introduced black rat, as well as introduced feral cats and small Indian mongooses.
Where it occurs
Fiji (Viti Levu, Vanua Levu, Ovalau and Taveuni); critically endangered.
Why names can differ
Wikipedia currently lists this bird as Charmosyna amabilis; the name shown here follows AviList v2025b.
Conservation record
AviList v2025b records this species as critically endangered, with the checklist noting possibly extinct. Assessments and taxonomy can change; follow the source checklist for updates.
