Grey-headed Lovebird vs Australian King-parrot
Agapornis canus compared with Alisterus scapularis
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Grey-headed Lovebird | Australian King-parrot |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Agapornis canus | Alisterus scapularis |
| Order | Psittaciformes | Psittaciformes |
| Family | Psittaculidae | Psittaculidae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 18.4 cm (7.2 in) | 42.0 cm (16.5 in) |
| Weight | 28.25 g (1.00 oz) | 237.83333333333334 g (8.39 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 3-6 | 3-6 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Grey-headed Lovebird
Australian King-parrot
About These Birds
Grey-headed Lovebird
The Grey-headed Lovebird, <em>Agapornis canus</em>, is a member of the family Psittaculidae and inhabits forest environments within its native range in Madagascar. It is the only lovebird species endemic to Madagascar. This species nests in tree cavities, with an incubation period of approximately 23 days and a fledging period of around 43 days, giving a total pre-fledging development time of approximately 66 days. Clutch sizes range from 3 to 6 eggs. Detailed plumage and behavioral descriptions of this species are …
Australian King-parrot
The Australian King-parrot is a large, striking parrot found in humid forests and forest edges of eastern Australia. Weighing about 237.8g with a wingspan of 42cm, the male has a brilliant scarlet head and underparts contrasting with dark green upperparts. It feeds on seeds, fruit, and blossoms in the forest canopy.