Black-winged Lovebird vs Australian King-parrot
Agapornis taranta compared with Alisterus scapularis
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Black-winged Lovebird | Australian King-parrot |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Agapornis taranta | Alisterus scapularis |
| Order | Psittaciformes | Psittaciformes |
| Family | Psittaculidae | Psittaculidae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 20.1 cm (7.9 in) | 42.0 cm (16.5 in) |
| Weight | 57.833333333333336 g (2.04 oz) | 237.83333333333334 g (8.39 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 5 | 3-6 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Black-winged Lovebird
Australian King-parrot
About These Birds
Black-winged Lovebird
The Black-winged Lovebird, <em>Agapornis taranta</em>, is a member of the family Psittaculidae and inhabits forest environments in the highlands of Ethiopia and Eritrea. It is the largest species in the genus Agapornis. This species nests in tree cavities, with an incubation period of approximately 25 days and a fledging period of around 49 days, both among the longest within the genus. Clutch size is typically 5 eggs. Detailed plumage and behavioral descriptions of this species are limited in the available …
Australian King-parrot
The Australian King-parrot is a large, striking parrot found in humid forests and forest edges of eastern Australia. Weighing about 237.8g with a wingspan of 42cm, the male has a brilliant scarlet head and underparts contrasting with dark green upperparts. It feeds on seeds, fruit, and blossoms in the forest canopy.