Black-cheeked Lovebird vs Alexandrine Parakeet
Agapornis nigrigenis compared with Palaeornis eupatria
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Black-cheeked Lovebird | Alexandrine Parakeet |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Agapornis nigrigenis | Palaeornis eupatria |
| Order | Psittaciformes | Psittaciformes |
| Family | Psittaculidae | Psittaculidae |
| Conservation Status | Vulnerable | Near Threatened |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 18.6 cm (7.3 in) | 42.0 cm (16.5 in) |
| Weight | 40.800000000000004 g (1.44 oz) | 228.0 g (8.04 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 3-8 | 3-4 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Shared Habitats
None
Black-cheeked Lovebird only
Alexandrine Parakeet only
Conservation Status
Black-cheeked Lovebird
Alexandrine 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.
Alexandrine Parakeet
The Alexandrine Parakeet is a large, near-threatened parakeet weighing about 228 g with a wingspan of 42 cm. Native to South and Southeast Asia, it is recognised by its large red bill, green plumage, and distinctive red shoulder patch, and is one of the largest ring-necked parakeet relatives.