About the Purple-naped Lory
The Purple-naped Lory (Lorius domicella) 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 punlor1 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 domicella |
| Species Codes | punlor1, PNLO |
| Conservation | EN Endangered |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Purple-naped Lory belong to?
The Purple-naped Lory (Lorius domicella) belongs to the Old World Parrots family (Psittaculidae), in the order Psittaciformes.
What is the conservation status of the Purple-naped Lory?
The Purple-naped Lory is classified as "Endangered" (EN) by IUCN Red List.
How can I identify the Purple-naped Lory?
The Purple-naped 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-naped Lory sighting?
You can log sightings of Purple-naped Lory on eBird (ebird.org) using species code punlor1, or on iNaturalist.