Black-cheeked Lovebird vs Malherbe's Parakeet
Agapornis nigrigenis compared with Cyanoramphus malherbi
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Black-cheeked Lovebird | Malherbe's Parakeet |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Agapornis nigrigenis | Cyanoramphus malherbi |
| Order | Psittaciformes | Psittaciformes |
| Family | Psittaculidae | Psittaculidae |
| Conservation Status | Vulnerable | Critically Endangered |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 18.6 cm (7.3 in) | 19.8 cm (7.8 in) |
| Weight | 40.800000000000004 g (1.44 oz) | 46.0 g (1.62 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 3-8 | 3 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Vulnerable
Black-cheeked Lovebird
Critically Endangered
Malherbe's Parakeet
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.