Migration

Australia:

Lorikeets are native to Australia, where they inhabit a wide range of habitats, from tropical rainforests to urban parks and gardens. During the breeding season, lorikeets may migrate to nesting sites in more favorable locations, where they can find suitable food and nesting resources.

New Guinea:

In New Guinea, lorikeets are also known to undertake seasonal migrations in search of food and breeding sites. Like their counterparts in Australia, lorikeets in New Guinea may move between different habitats, including lowland forests, montane forests, and savannas, depending on local environmental conditions.

Indonesia:

During the dry season, lorikeets may move to areas with reliable water sources and abundant food resources, while during the wet season, they may spread out to take advantage of newly available food and nesting sites. These migrations help lorikeets optimize their chances of survival and reproduction in dynamic tropical environments.

Papua New Guinea:

Like lorikeets elsewhere in their range, those in Papua New Guinea may undertake seasonal migrations in response to changing environmental conditions. These migrations may involve moving between different elevations to take advantage of shifting food resources or moving to areas with more favorable breeding conditions.

Solomon Islands:

While lorikeets in the Solomon Islands may not undertake long-distance migrations like some other bird species, they may still exhibit seasonal movements in search of food and nesting sites. These movements help lorikeets maintain access to essential resources throughout the year.

Fiji:

While lorikeets in Fiji are generally sedentary, they may undertake local movements in response to changes in food availability and environmental conditions. These movements may be more pronounced during periods of resource scarcity or in response to disturbances such as cyclones or habitat loss.

Vanuatu:

In Vanuatu, lorikeets are widespread and common, occurring in forests, gardens, and coconut plantations. These movements help lorikeets adapt to changing environmental conditions and ensure their survival in dynamic tropical ecosystems.

New Caledonia:

While lorikeets in New Caledonia are generally sedentary, they may undertake local movements in response to changes in food availability and habitat quality. These movements help lorikeets maintain access to essential resources and adapt to environmental changes in this biodiverse island nation.