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Lovebird
Lovebird, common name for any of several small parrots, commonly kept as cage birds, that tend to sit close to their mates with heads touching. Although sometimes applied to other small parrots, the name belongs properly only to the eight species of a genus found in Africa and Madagascar. These lovebirds range from 13 to 16.5 cm (5 to 6.5 in) in length, with large heads and very short tails. Their bodies are green, blue, or yellow with red, yellow, gray, blue, or black markings on their heads, necks, or tails. Females are larger than males. Some species tuck straw, grass, and even strips of paper in their tails to carry back to their nests. They usually lay six eggs to a clutch. Both parents raise the dependent chicks. Scientific classification: Lovebirds make up the genus Agapornus of the family Psittacidae, order Psittaciformes. Lovebird Microsoft® Encarta® Encyclopedia 2001. © 1993-2000 Microsoft Corporation. All rights reserved. |
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