Inséparable rosegorge

Inséparable rosegorge

Agapornis roseicollis

Least Concern
Envergure
20,2 cm
Poids
53,0 g
Famille
Psittaculidae
Ordre
Psittaciformes
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À propos

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 behavioral descriptions of this species are limited in the available literature, though the Rosy-faced Lovebird is one of the most popular and widely kept lovebirds in aviculture, recognized for its rosy-pink face and green body plumage. Its conservation status is Least Concern. Feral populations have established in some cities, including Phoenix, Arizona. The species inhabits arid and semi-arid environments in Africa, often near water sources. It feeds on seeds, grains, and vegetation. Dietary specifics and vocalizations are not described in detail in available records.

Physical Description

Measurement Value Imperial
Envergure 20,2 cm 8.0 in
Poids 53,0 g 1.87 oz

Habitat & Range

Statut de conservation

Least Concern
IUCN Red List

Comportement et reproduction

Nidification

Nest type: CP. Incubation: 23 days. Fledging: 43 days.

Taille de la couvée

4-6

Taxonomie

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

Names in Other Languages

Language Name
Arabic متيم قرنفلي الوجه
Chinese 桃面愛情鳥
French Inséparable rosegorge
German Rosenköpfchen
Indonesian Burung cinta berwajah merah
Japanese コザクラインコ
Portuguese Inseparável-de-faces-rosadas
Russian Розовощёкий неразлучник

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Foire aux questions

Is the Inséparable rosegorge endangered?
The Inséparable rosegorge has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Inséparable rosegorge nest?
Nest type: CP. Incubation: 23 days. Fledging: 43 days.
How big is the Inséparable rosegorge?
The Inséparable rosegorge has a wingspan of 20.2 cm, weight of 53.0 g.
What order and family does the Inséparable rosegorge belong to?
The Inséparable rosegorge (Agapornis roseicollis) belongs to the order Psittaciformes and the family Psittaculidae.

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