Black-cheeked Lovebird vs Ground Parrot
Agapornis nigrigenis compared with Pezoporus wallicus
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Black-cheeked Lovebird | Ground Parrot |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Agapornis nigrigenis | Pezoporus wallicus |
| Order | Psittaciformes | Psittaciformes |
| Family | Psittaculidae | Psittaculidae |
| Conservation Status | Vulnerable | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 18.6 cm (7.3 in) | 26.9 cm (10.6 in) |
| Weight | 40.800000000000004 g (1.44 oz) | 83.0 g (2.93 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 3-8 | 3-4 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Shared Habitats
None
Black-cheeked Lovebird only
Ground Parrot only
Conservation Status
Vulnerable
Black-cheeked Lovebird
Least Concern
Ground 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.