Lovebirds are one of the most popular pet parrot
species, and for those who are familiar with them, it's no surprise.
Beautiful and intelligent, these little birds have been one of the most
beloved types of African parrot for over 100 years. However, there are a
lot of myths out there about Lovebirds, their behavior, and what it's
like to keep them as pets. If you're interested in learning more about
what Lovebirds are really like, then read on to discover some basic
facts about these feisty little birds. You might be surprised at what
you learn!
Lovebirds normally don't talk.
Although
they are a type of parrot, and they do have the ability to mimic human
speech, Lovebirds are not among those species that most would consider
to be talking birds.
This is because they very rarely decide to speak, and if they do choose
to mimic a sound, more often than not they repeat simple noises such as
whistles or household sounds such as doorbells and microwaves. It is
not known why some Lovebirds are more prone to mimicking speech than
others, but it is widely believed that those who do learn to talk are
taught from a very young age.
There are several types of Lovebirds.
There are many different types of Lovebirds.
In fact, there are nine separate sub-species of these little parrots,
each carrying their own distinct traits and characteristics. These
include the Masked Lovebird, the Black-Cheeked Lovebird, the Fischer's
Lovebird, The Nyasa Lovebird, the Swindern's Lovebird, the Red-Faced
Lovebird, the Abysinnian Lovebird, the Madagascar Lovebird, and the most
popular, the beloved Peach-Faced Lovebird. The Peach-Faced Lovebird can
be identified by the rainbow of yellow, green, and blue on their
bodies, and their bright peachy-pink faces. While the different types of
Lovebirds have differences in looks and temperament, on average, all of
the Lovebirds will live for up to 20 years in captivity.
Lovebirds are one of the smallest parrot species.
While they are a true parrots,
Lovebirds are one of the smallest members of the parrot family. On
average, most Lovebirds fall between 5 and 7 inches in length at
maturity, when measured from the beak to the end of the tailfeathers.
Their small size has worked to push their popularity among those ho live
in apartments and other small spaces. Many of these bird lovers have
found it easier to house and care for these little birds instead of
attempting to keep a larger parrot species such as a Macaw or a
Cockatoo.
Lovebirds are not always best kept in pairs.
It
is a widely purported myth that you should never own a solitary
Lovebird, and that if they are not kept in pairs they will die of
depression. While it is true that they are extremely social birds who
thrive on interaction and must be socially stimulated, in many cases, it
is actually better for bird owners to keep single Lovebirds. This is
because these birds breed
readily in captivity, and most bird owners are not capable of caring
for an entire family of parrots. It is also worth noting that birds kept
in pairs tend to bond with each other and shun human interaction. Those
who would like their bird to be affectionate and open to being handled
by human hands have found that it's best to keep birds by themselves,
and devote as much time as possible to playing and socializing with them
so that their needs are met.
Lovebirds are very active.
Like all parrots, Lovebirds are extremely active birds that need quite a bit of exercise
in order to stay in top physical condition. Those interested in
adopting a Lovebird must be willing and prepared to give their feathered
friend a bird-safe place to play outside of its cage for several hours
per day. This will allow the bird to exercise all of the muscle groups
that it needs to stay healthy, as well as provide important mental
stimulation that these very intelligent animals need.
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