About the Pohnpei Lorikeet
The Pohnpei lorikeet, known as serehd in Pohnpeian, is a species of parrot in the family Psittaculidae. It is endemic to the island of Pohnpei and the nearby Ant Atoll in Micronesia. Historically the species also occurred on Namoluk Atoll near Chuuk, and the species may once have had a wider distribution throughout Micronesia than it does today.
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Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Psittaciformes |
| Family | Old World Parrots (Psittaculidae) |
| Species | Trichoglossus rubiginosus |
| Species Codes | pohlor1, POLO |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Pohnpei Lorikeet belong to?
The Pohnpei Lorikeet (Trichoglossus rubiginosus) belongs to the Old World Parrots family (Psittaculidae), in the order Psittaciformes.
How can I identify the Pohnpei Lorikeet?
The Pohnpei lorikeet, known as serehd in Pohnpeian, is a species of parrot in the family Psittaculidae. It is endemic to the island of Pohnpei and the nearby Ant Atoll in Micronesia. Historically the species also occurred on Namoluk Atoll near Chuuk, and the species may once have had a wider distrib...
Where can I report a Pohnpei Lorikeet sighting?
You can log sightings of Pohnpei Lorikeet on eBird (ebird.org) using species code pohlor1, or on iNaturalist.
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