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Lovebirds

These small African natives – scientific name Agapornis – are no doubt in the top 5 of most popular pet parrots. Their name comes from the strong bond between pairs, which are rarely apart! There are 9 species, of which the peach-faced lovebird (Agapornis roseicollis) is probably the most commonly kept in captivity.

Feral populations of lovebirds, escaped or released from the pet trade, can be found around the world. In this category, you’ll find everything you need to know about lovebird care, lifespan, diet and more.

Yellow-collared lovebird pair (Agapornis personatus), a popular pet parrot.

Is my lovebird female or male? | Sexing Agapornis

Published: May 1, 2022Modified: May 1, 2022

Have you added a lovebird to your family and don’t know its sex? Or do you have a lovebird that came to you as a male or female, but you’re …

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Split photo of lovebirds (Agapornis) and cockatiels (Nymphicus hollandicus).

Cockatiel vs lovebird | Finding the parrot for you

Published: January 28, 2022Modified: March 11, 2022

Are you thinking about adding a parrot to your family but stuck between going for a cockatiel or a lovebird? Not surprising! Both are among the most popular pet parrot …

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Blue mutation of a yellow-collared lovebird (Agapornis personatus), a popular pet parrot.

Yellow-collared lovebird (Agapornis personatus) | Care, diet & more

Published: September 27, 2021Modified: March 21, 2022

Looking to add a lovebird to your family? It’s easy to fall in love with the yellow-collared lovebird (Agapornis personatus). Their beautiful colors and small size make them very handsome …

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Peach faced lovebird on white background.

Do lovebirds talk? | All about lovebird talking

Published: March 11, 2020Modified: August 30, 2021

If you recently got your first lovebird(s) or are thinking of adding one or multiple to your family, you might be asking yourself: do lovebirds talk? Few things are more …

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Two lovebirds (genus Agapornis) preening each other | What is the life span of a lovebird?

Lifespan of a lovebird: How long do lovebirds live?

Published: January 6, 2020Modified: March 21, 2022

If you recently got a lovebird (from the genus Agapornis) or are considering adding one to your family, you might be wondering about the lifespan of a lovebird. How long …

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  • About Psittacology
  • Parrots by species
    • List of parrot species
    • African grey parrots
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    • Budgies
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    • Cockatoos
    • Conures
    • Eclectus
    • Indian ringnecks
    • Lories & lorikeets
    • Lovebirds
    • Parakeets
    • Parrotlets
    • Quaker parrots
  • Parrot care topics
    • Parrot accessories
    • Parrot diet
    • Parrot comparisons
    • Parrot DIY
    • Parrot facts
    • Parrot lifespan
    • Parrot talking
    • Parrot training
    • Wild parrots