Black-cheeked Lovebird vs Rodrigues Parrot
Agapornis nigrigenis compared with Necropsittacus rodricanus
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Black-cheeked Lovebird | Rodrigues Parrot |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Agapornis nigrigenis | Necropsittacus rodricanus |
| Order | Psittaciformes | Psittaciformes |
| Family | Psittaculidae | Psittaculidae |
| Conservation Status | Vulnerable | Extinct |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 18.6 cm (7.3 in) | — |
| Weight | 40.800000000000004 g (1.44 oz) | — |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 3-8 | -- |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Vulnerable
Black-cheeked Lovebird
Extinct
Rodrigues 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.