About the Yellow-cheeked Lorikeet
The Yellow-cheeked Lorikeet (Trichoglossus meyeri) 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 yaglor2 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 | Trichoglossus meyeri |
| Species Codes | yaglor2, YCLO, MCLO |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Yellow-cheeked Lorikeet belong to?
The Yellow-cheeked Lorikeet (Trichoglossus meyeri) belongs to the Old World Parrots family (Psittaculidae), in the order Psittaciformes.
How can I identify the Yellow-cheeked Lorikeet?
The Yellow-cheeked Lorikeet 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 Yellow-cheeked Lorikeet sighting?
You can log sightings of Yellow-cheeked Lorikeet on eBird (ebird.org) using species code yaglor2, or on iNaturalist.