[header] How to feed a lory or lorikeet [title] Purchase pre-made nectar from a pet store. [step] Nectar is the main source of food for lorikeets kept in captivity. Without nectar, your lorikeet will not thrive and could possibly die.
[header] How to feed a lory or lorikeet [title] Purchase pre-made nectar from a pet store. [step] Nectar is the main source of food for lorikeets kept in captivity. Without nectar, your lorikeet will not thrive and could possibly die.
[substeps] An alternative to natural nectar is chick eggs. Babies can eat these, but only after they have pupated. To serve your lory nectar, simply follow the directions on the product you purchase. Some popular types of products include : [substeps] Liquid foods that don't require you to add water. Buy pre-made nectar yourself from a pet store. Choose a quality nectar that has high glucose content. [substeps] The amount of nectar you provide as the food will depend on the type of bird you're raising. Non-canlaying lorikeets, for example, usually require about one cup of nectar per bird, while young lorikeets can receive just as much nectar.