Black-cheeked Lovebird vs Northern Rosella
Agapornis nigrigenis compared with Platycercus venustus
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Black-cheeked Lovebird | Northern Rosella |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Agapornis nigrigenis | Platycercus venustus |
| Order | Psittaciformes | Psittaciformes |
| Family | Psittaculidae | Psittaculidae |
| Conservation Status | Vulnerable | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 18.6 cm (7.3 in) | 29.2 cm (11.5 in) |
| Weight | 40.800000000000004 g (1.44 oz) | 89.4 g (3.15 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 3-8 | 2-4 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Vulnerable
Black-cheeked Lovebird
Least Concern
Northern 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.