Red-headed Lovebird vs White-naped Lory
Agapornis pullarius compared with Lorius albidinucha
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Red-headed Lovebird | White-naped Lory |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Agapornis pullarius | Lorius albidinucha |
| Order | Psittaciformes | Psittaciformes |
| Family | Psittaculidae | Psittaculidae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Near Threatened |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 18.1 cm (7.1 in) | 31.9 cm (12.6 in) |
| Weight | 39.5 g (1.39 oz) | 133.0 g (4.69 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 3-7 | -- |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Red-headed Lovebird
Near Threatened
White-naped Lory
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 …