tiabunna's photos with the keyword: rainbow lorikeet

Piracy wins! Don't argue with rainbow lorikeets. :)

Contrary to appearances, the galah is not attacking the rainbow lorikeet, just the opposite. The lorikeet has dived in at high speed, making the galah leap backwards from the feeder. Lorikeets are often very aggressive when food is involved.

Overcoming its surprise, the larger galah tries to stand its ground against the rainbow lorikeet. But it's game, set and match when a moment later a second lorikeet arrives (see Shot #4).

The local callistemon shrubs are attracting the lorikeets. Taken with RMC Tokina 200mm 3.5