Lovebird Parrot

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Breed:  Lovebird Parrot

Description:  The Lovebird is stout little Parrot who measures around 5-6 inches from tail to head. The beak, in proportion to the head, is overly large. They are usually seen in shades of brilliant green, but are available in a variety of bright colours.

Characteristics: Don’t be fooled by the small stature, this little parrot is just as intelligent and capable of learning as many of their bigger cousins. They also share many of their other traits like being playful, affectionate, at types boisterous and demanding, but unlike their larger kin, are far easy and much cheaper to care for.

This is an active little bird, very clever and inquisitive and always ready for fun yet when playtime is over loves to snuggle and preen. A very loyal bird that in the wild mates for life and when kept as a single bird will lavish humans with the dedication and love they would of shown a life long mate.

Lovebirds can be kept in pairs or solo, in pairs they will bond with each other, as a single bird they will bond with their human. Only very dedicated owners should keep solo birds as they do take a lot more attention then ones kept in a pair. Lovebirds will pine and get depressed and sick if they are left alone too much. If you can not dedicate a fair amount of time daily to your bird, than best to get two.

Lovebirds are wonderful cheerful little parrots who can make a loving amusing friend but like all parrots do take dedication. Taming and training them will take time and energy and they need ongoing socialization, exercise and attention. They are best for families with older children for a youngster could accidentally hurt them or they could nip the child. Like with all birds, care should be taken with them around other pets, such as cats, certain dog breeds, ferrets or snakes.

Origins:  Lovebirds originate from the dry areas of Africa. First brought to Europe in the early 19^th century and is now a favourite pet bird worldwide.

Special needs:  The Lovebird needs a cage big enough to be able to move around freely, it should have perches that are different sizes in thickness and are set at different levels. Instead of buying perches, using natural branches like apple, alder, maple or beech work wonderfully, just be sure they are pesticide/chemical free. Lovebirds need toys to help keep them amused and happy, mirrors, bells and chewable toys are always popular. Lovebirds will also enjoy a bath a couple times a week.

Highlights :

- Lovebirds are very healthy and are natural resistant to many of the diseases that affect the larger parrots.

- Though most do not learn to imitate human speech, Lovebirds are capable of it.

-  Their usual life span is 10-15 years.

- All newly purchased Lovebirds should be quarantined from other birds for at least 30 days to ensure they are carrying no disease that could be spread.

- As Lovebirds bond so closely they do not change hands well, taking a Lovebird into your home is a commitment for his entire life and not one to be taken on lightly.