Little lorikeet (Glossopsitta pusilla), 1790s

Mitchell Library, State Library of NSW; Purchased 1887; PXD 226, f. 51

Watercolour

Little lorikeets are very rarely seen outside Australia.

The Little lorikeet is a small parrot measuring around 15cm long.

The Little lorikeet is distinguished by its mainly green plumage with a red face.

Little lorikeets inhabit tropical forest areas in eastern and southern parts of Australia.

Little lorikeets are also known as Tiny lorikeets and Red-faced lorikeets.

Little lorikeets eat flowers and fruits including sweet plum sized loquats.