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It runs Google's Perch, a research-grade acoustic model covering nearly 15,000 species. When a call is ambiguous, we say so honestly and let you record a second clip to confirm, rather than guessing.

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Birdsong field guide

Purple-bellied Lory

Lorius hypoinochrous

A vibrant, medium-sized parrot endemic to the islands of Papua New Guinea, recognized by its striking red plumage and namesake purple abdomen.

What it sounds like

Nasal, high-pitched whistles interspersed with harsh, metallic squawks.

Reference call, compare with what you heard

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Rec. Rolf A. de By · Papua New GuineaCC BY-NC-SA Xeno-canto

Field notes

It features a distinctive black cap and a yellow band on the underside of its wings that is visible during flight.
Equipped with a specialized brush-tipped tongue, it primarily feeds on nectar, pollen, and native fruits.
There are three recognized subspecies varying slightly in plumage intensity: L. h. hypoinochrous, L. h. devittatus, and L. h. rosselianus.
Unlike many other lories, it is frequently observed foraging in coconut plantations and degraded forest habitats.
The species is largely sedentary but will travel locally to follow the seasonal blooming of flowering trees.

Habitat

Lowland rainforests, mangroves, and coconut groves.

Range

Bismarck Archipelago, D'Entrecasteaux Islands, and the Louisiade Archipelago of Papua New Guinea.

Similar & commonly confused birds

Black-capped LoryLorius lory Chattering LoryLorius garrulus Purple-naped LoryLorius domicella Purple-naped LoryLorius domicella White-naped LoryLorius albidinucha Yellow-bibbed LoryLorius chlorocercus

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