nomad that often reappears in areas where it has not been seen for some time. Blossoms of various Eucalyptus and Melaleuca species, and the boobialla (Myoporum insulare) are among material consumed. Breeding Breeding season is from August to December with one brood laid. The nest is a small unlined hollow in eucalypt, often with a knot-hole entrance. Sometimes the species nests in colonies. A clutch of 2-4 matte white roundish eggs, measuring 20 x 17 mm, is laid. The incubation period is around 17 days. Aviculture Captive purple-crowned lorikeets have had a reputation for being short-lived. It is almost never seen in captivity outside Australia. Gallery References External links purple-crowned lorikeet Birds of Western Australia Birds of South Australia Birds of Victoria (Australia) Endemic birds of Australia purple-crowned lorikeet Taxobox binomials not recognized by IUCN