About the Purple-bellied Lory
The Purple-bellied Lory (Lorius hypoinochrous) is a species of bird in the Old World Parrots family (Psittaculidae), within the order Psittaciformes. This family contains 201 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code publor1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Psittaciformes |
| Family | Old World Parrots (Psittaculidae) |
| Species | Lorius hypoinochrous |
| Species Codes | publor1, PBLO |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Purple-bellied Lory belong to?
The Purple-bellied Lory (Lorius hypoinochrous) belongs to the Old World Parrots family (Psittaculidae), in the order Psittaciformes.
How can I identify the Purple-bellied Lory?
The Purple-bellied Lory is a member of the Old World Parrots family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Purple-bellied Lory sighting?
You can log sightings of Purple-bellied Lory on eBird (ebird.org) using species code publor1, or on iNaturalist.
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