Red-headed Lovebird vs Ouvea Parakeet
Agapornis pullarius compared with Eunymphicus uvaeensis
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Red-headed Lovebird | Ouvea Parakeet |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Agapornis pullarius | Eunymphicus uvaeensis |
| Order | Psittaciformes | Psittaciformes |
| Family | Psittaculidae | Psittaculidae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Vulnerable |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 18.1 cm (7.1 in) | 31.4 cm (12.4 in) |
| Weight | 39.5 g (1.39 oz) | 111.0 g (3.92 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 3-7 | 2-4 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Red-headed Lovebird
Vulnerable
Ouvea Parakeet
About These Birds
Red-headed Lovebird
The Red-headed Lovebird, <em>Agapornis pullarius</em>, is a member of the family Psittaculidae and inhabits forest environments across its native range in equatorial Africa. This species nests in tree cavities, with an incubation period of approximately 22 days and a fledging period of around 42 days. Clutch sizes range from 3 to 7 eggs. Unlike most lovebirds, the Red-headed Lovebird sometimes excavates nest chambers within arboreal termite mounds rather than using pre-existing tree cavities, a behavior thought to provide temperature regulation …