Rosy-faced Lovebird vs Buff-faced Pygmy-parrot
Agapornis roseicollis compared with Micropsitta pusio
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Rosy-faced Lovebird | Buff-faced Pygmy-parrot |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Agapornis roseicollis | Micropsitta pusio |
| Order | Psittaciformes | Psittaciformes |
| Family | Psittaculidae | Psittaculidae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 20.2 cm (8.0 in) | 12.3 cm (4.8 in) |
| Weight | 53.0 g (1.87 oz) | 12.5 g (0.44 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 4-6 | 2-3 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Rosy-faced Lovebird
Least Concern
Buff-faced Pygmy-parrot
About These Birds
Rosy-faced Lovebird
The Rosy-faced Lovebird, <em>Agapornis roseicollis</em>, belongs to the family Psittaculidae and is associated with coastal habitats in its native range in southwestern Africa, primarily Namibia and adjacent regions. This species builds a cup-type nest, often constructed with strips of bark or vegetation carried in the feathers of the rump, a distinctive behavior unique to some lovebirds. Incubation lasts approximately 23 days and fledging occurs around 43 days after hatching. Clutch sizes range from 4 to 6 eggs. Detailed plumage and …