Black-cheeked Lovebird vs Australian King-parrot
Agapornis nigrigenis compared with Alisterus scapularis
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Black-cheeked Lovebird | Australian King-parrot |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Agapornis nigrigenis | Alisterus scapularis |
| Order | Psittaciformes | Psittaciformes |
| Family | Psittaculidae | Psittaculidae |
| Conservation Status | Vulnerable | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 18.6 cm (7.3 in) | 42.0 cm (16.5 in) |
| Weight | 40.800000000000004 g (1.44 oz) | 237.83333333333334 g (8.39 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 3-8 | 3-6 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Black-cheeked Lovebird
Australian King-parrot
About These Birds
Black-cheeked Lovebird
The Black-cheeked Lovebird is a Vulnerable small parrot endemic to a small area of southwestern Zambia in the Zambezi Valley, with a black face and chestnut forehead contrasting with a bright orange-red bill and green body. It inhabits woodland dominated by mopane trees near permanent water sources. Its tiny range makes it highly vulnerable to habitat degradation and illegal capture for the cagebird trade.
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.