Black-winged Lovebird vs Yellow-throated Hanging-parrot
Agapornis taranta compared with Loriculus pusillus
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Black-winged Lovebird | Yellow-throated Hanging-parrot |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Agapornis taranta | Loriculus pusillus |
| Order | Psittaciformes | Psittaciformes |
| Family | Psittaculidae | Psittaculidae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Near Threatened |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 20.1 cm (7.9 in) | 17.0 cm (6.7 in) |
| Weight | 57.833333333333336 g (2.04 oz) | 15.5 g (0.55 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 5 | 2 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Black-winged Lovebird
Near Threatened
Yellow-throated Hanging-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 …