Black-cheeked Lovebird vs Princess Parrot
Agapornis nigrigenis compared with Polytelis alexandrae
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Black-cheeked Lovebird | Princess Parrot |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Agapornis nigrigenis | Polytelis alexandrae |
| Order | Psittaciformes | Psittaciformes |
| Family | Psittaculidae | Psittaculidae |
| Conservation Status | Vulnerable | Near Threatened |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 18.6 cm (7.3 in) | 36.7 cm (14.4 in) |
| Weight | 40.800000000000004 g (1.44 oz) | 103.7 g (3.66 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 3-8 | 4-6 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Shared Habitats
None
Black-cheeked Lovebird only
Princess Parrot only
Conservation Status
Vulnerable
Black-cheeked Lovebird
Near Threatened
Princess 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.