Inséparable de Lilian

Inséparable de Lilian

Agapornis lilianae

Near Threatened
Envergure
17,9 cm
Poids
34,0 g
Famille
Psittaculidae
Ordre
Psittaciformes

À propos

The Nyasa Lovebird, <em>Agapornis lilianae</em>, is a member of the family Psittaculidae, the Old World parakeets and lovebirds, and inhabits forest environments in its native range in southern Africa, particularly around Malawi, Zambia, Mozambique, and Tanzania. Its conservation status is Near Threatened, with population declines attributed to trapping for the cage bird trade and habitat loss. Unlike several other lovebirds that use tree cavities, the Nyasa Lovebird nests in excavated chambers, typically in termite mounds or earthen banks, with an incubation period of approximately 22 days and a fledging period of around 44 days. Clutch sizes range from 3 to 8 eggs. Detailed plumage and behavioral descriptions of this species are limited in the available literature, though the species has bright green plumage with an orange-red face, typical of several Agapornis lovebirds. As a Near Threatened species, the Nyasa Lovebird requires continued conservation attention. Lovebirds generally feed on seeds, fruits, and vegetation. Song and dietary specifics for this species are not detailed in current available records.

Physical Description

Measurement Value Imperial
Envergure 17,9 cm 7.0 in
Poids 34,0 g 1.20 oz

Habitat & Range

Statut de conservation

Near Threatened
IUCN Red List

Comportement et reproduction

Nidification

Nest type: DM. Incubation: 22 days. Fledging: 44 days.

Taille de la couvée

3-8

Taxonomie

Kingdom Animalia
Phylum Chordata
Class Aves
Ordre Psittaciformes (Parrots)
Famille Psittaculidae (Old World Parakeets)
Genus Agapornis
Espèces Agapornis lilianae

Names in Other Languages

Language Name
Arabic متيم ليليان
Chinese 尼亞薩情侶鸚鵡
French Inséparable de Lilian
German Erdbeerköpfchen
Japanese ボタンインコ
Korean 모란앵무
Portuguese Inseparável-de-niassa
Russian Неразлучник Лилианы
Turkish Çilek kafalı ayrılmaz

Distribution

Inséparable de Lilian has been recorded in 2 countries.

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Présent Not recorded
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Foire aux questions

Is the Inséparable de Lilian endangered?
The Inséparable de Lilian has a conservation status of Near Threatened.
How does the Inséparable de Lilian nest?
Nest type: DM. Incubation: 22 days. Fledging: 44 days.
How big is the Inséparable de Lilian?
The Inséparable de Lilian has a wingspan of 17.9 cm, weight of 34.0 g.
What order and family does the Inséparable de Lilian belong to?
The Inséparable de Lilian (Agapornis lilianae) belongs to the order Psittaciformes and the family Psittaculidae.

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