Black-cheeked Lovebird (Agapornis nigrigenis) — Vulnerable Aves

Black-cheeked Lovebird

Agapornis nigrigenis

Conservation Status

Vulnerable

Aves · Psittaciformes · Psittacidae

About

The black-cheeked lovebird is a small parrot species of the lovebird genus. It is mainly green and has a brown head, red beak, and white eyerings. It is endemic to a relatively small range in southwest Zambia, where it is vulnerable to habitat loss.

Fun Fact

In the dry season, these birds may congregate in large flocks of up to 800 or more.

Quick Facts

Habitat

To be updated

Diet

To be updated

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

Habitat Degradation
Overexploitation
Invasive Species
Climate Change

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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