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Rainbow lorikeets are brightly coloured birds which are native to Australia. Although not native to Tasmania, they are a colourful addition to the Tasmanian environment.

Lorikeets eat fruit and berries, and can occasionally be seen in suburban gardens.


Tasmanian flora & fauna
FAUNA: Echidna | Kangaroo | Kookaburra | Possum | Rainbow lorikeet
Tasmanian devil | Tasmanian tiger | Tawny frogmouth | Wallaby | Wombat
FLORA: Huon pine | Tasmanian blue gum

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