Conquered lorikeet (SciiFii)

The conquered lorikeet (Vini vidivici) is a species of parrot that is native to the islands of Polynesia. It was once extinct since around 700–1300 years ago, but has since been brought back from extinction by SciiFii and reintroduced to the islands of Polynesia to help boost biodiversity. It is a large species of lorikeet; the only larger species of lorikeet is the Sinoto's lorikeet (Vini sinotoi) of the Marquesas Islands. It is covered in dark purple feathers, it also has dark green wings and white feathers on its throat and face, and has a light greyish-red beak and legs. The conquered lorikeets frequent areas with flowering trees, including coconut plantations and gardens, usually in small flocks of less than about 15 individuals or in pairs during breeding season. It eats nectar, pollen and soft fruits, especially wild hibiscus and coconut. The conquered lorikeet nests in holes in trees, but may also dig burrows in earth banks. The conservation status of the conquered lorikeet is Near Threatened due to some habitat loss and, historically, poaching and invasive species, however, thanks to conservationists, the non-native predators and egg-eaters have been eradicated, allowing natives like the conquered lorikeet to make a comeback.
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