[header] How to choose a lory or lorikeet [title] Adopt a rainbow lorikeet if you want a large bird. [step] Rainbow lorikeets are one of the larger lorikeets that people commonly keep as pets. They mature to about 12 inches in length (30 cm). 
Their distinguishing feature are their rainbow-colored feathers that include reds, greens, violets, yellows, and oranges. [title] Pick a scaly-breasted lorikeet if you want a medium-sized bird.