Test Your Knowledge on Lovebirds

Lovebirds: Facts and Information

• Lovebirds are a genus of small parrots, known for their strong and monogamous pair bonding.
• There are nine species in the genus, all native to the African continent, with one species native to Madagascar.
• Lovebirds live in small flocks and eat fruit, vegetables, grasses, and seeds. Some species also eat insects and figs.
• Lovebirds are kept as pets and several coloured mutations have been selectively bred in aviculture.
• The average lifespan of a lovebird is 10 to 12 years.
• Lovebirds are small, stocky parrots with a short blunt tail, and a relatively large, sharp beak. They are mostly green with a variety of colours on their upper body, depending on the species.
• There are three groups of lovebirds: the agapornis, the eye-ring group, and the dimorphic group.
• Lovebirds mate repeatedly and lay eggs every other day until the clutch is complete, typically at four to six eggs.
• Lovebirds can form long-term relationships with people as well as other lovebirds.
• Lovebirds require an appropriately sized cage or aviary, with minimum recommended space per bird being 1 m x 1 m x 1 m.
• Lovebirds should be fed a fresh mix of excellent quality seeds, grains, and nuts supplemented with bio/organic and/or natural pellets.
• Lovebirds can be aggressive to other birds and should be supervised when socializing with other species and genera.