G'day hive,
I would like to share some photos I took of these beautiful rainbow lorikeets at Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary, located on the Gold Coast, Australia.
Here visitors have the opportunity to feed wild rainbow lorikeets and experience their vibrant beauty up close.
Feeding times here are at 8am and 4pm and it's free entry to the feeding area.
For a gold coin donation you can get a little plate filled with some nectar that these birds love.
These are the birds which founded the sanctuary over 75 years ago and generations later they still know the exact time and place to come feed, which is really cool.
These birds are extremely friendly, they will walk up your arms and even land on your head.
As you can see here my mum with a bird perched on her head.
Here are some interesting facts about feeding rainbow lorikeets at Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary:
Rainbow Lorikeets: Rainbow lorikeets (Trichoglossus haematodus) are medium-sized parrots native to Australia, known for their stunning plumage. They have a rainbow of colors on their feathers, including shades of red, blue, green, orange, and yellow.
Feeding Stations: Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary has designated feeding stations where visitors can feed the lorikeets. These stations are designed to provide a safe and controlled environment for both the birds and the visitors.
Lorikeet Diet: Lorikeets have a unique diet that primarily consists of nectar, pollen, flowers, fruits, and some insects. At the feeding stations, visitors are provided with a specially prepared nectar mixture that closely resembles their natural diet.
Interactive Experience: Feeding the lorikeets at Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary is an interactive experience. Visitors can hold small cups filled with the nectar and offer it to the lorikeets. The birds are attracted to the sweet nectar and will land on visitors' arms, shoulders, and even heads to drink from the cups.
Playful Nature: Rainbow lorikeets are known for their playful and curious nature. While feeding them, visitors may witness their acrobatic skills as they hop from branch to branch or perch on visitors' hands and fingers.
Social Birds: Lorikeets are highly social birds and often travel in flocks. At Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary, visitors can observe their social interactions as they gather around the feeding station.
If you are ever in the area it's definitely worth checking out. This was the first time my son got up close to a bird, and he loved it!
He now points out birds in the sky ever since.
Currumbin wildlife sanctuary
28 Tomewin St, Currumbin QLD 4223
Thanks for stopping by 🙂
