Black-cheeked Lovebird vs Western Rosella
Agapornis nigrigenis compared with Platycercus icterotis
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Black-cheeked Lovebird | Western Rosella |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Agapornis nigrigenis | Platycercus icterotis |
| Order | Psittaciformes | Psittaciformes |
| Family | Psittaculidae | Psittaculidae |
| Conservation Status | Vulnerable | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 18.6 cm (7.3 in) | 26.8 cm (10.6 in) |
| Weight | 40.800000000000004 g (1.44 oz) | 58.833333333333336 g (2.08 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 3-8 | 3-7 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Vulnerable
Black-cheeked Lovebird
Least Concern
Western Rosella
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.