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  Tracy - a Lovebird - Birds
Although Tracy had been obtained as a pet, a pretty little female lovebird entered our lives and was introduced to Tracy about 2 years later after quarantine.
The female was not tame and we decided to give her away to another lovebird breeder in the hopes that Tracy would return to his previous sweet personality.
After many years of Lovebird ownership, I have decided to write an e-book about the care of these wonderful birds.
www.bellaonline.com /articles/art9516.asp   (736 words)

  
  Black-masked Lovebird   (Site not responding. Last check: )
Lovebirds have a larger hooked upper mandible or beak that is hinged to the skull, and a reversible fourth toe.
Lovebirds are accustomed to a main diet of various seeds and grains, which are derived from the grassy environment, certain types of tree bark and also small insects.
Lovebirds in the wild have natural predators and a higher immunity to avian related diseases, whereas captive lovebirds are sheltered from predators and need extra care and hygiene to prevent illness.
www.honoluluzoo.org /Black-masked_Lovebird.htm   (806 words)

  
 Lovebird Link   (Site not responding. Last check: )
The fifth lovebird is the fl-cheeked lovebird or Agapornis personata nigrigenis.
The fl-cheeked lovebird has a green body,tail feathers and wings, a red beak,gray feet, the forehead and cheeks are a fl-brown, throat is a yellowish green and there is a white eye ring around the brown eye.
The mutations of the Nyassa lovebird is lutino and albino.
yuan.ecom.cmu.edu /anne/lovebird.htm   (933 words)

  
 All about Lovebirds, at Animal World
Though lovebirds are not going to learn a lot of tricks or necessarily want to have a lot of handling, they are very flamboyant, very social with both their keepers and their mate, and are wonderful birds to observe and enjoy.
Lovebirds will breed willingly as single pairs and some species of lovebirds can be bred in a colony setting, especially suited to this is the white eye-ring group of lovebirds.
In the white eye-ring group are the Nyasa Lovebird (Agapornis personata lilianae), the Black-cheeked Lovebird (Agapornis personata nigrigenis), the Fischer's Lovebird (Agapornis personata fisheri), and the Masked Lovebird (Agapornis personata personata).
animal-world.com /encyclo/birds/lovebirds/LovebirdProfile.htm   (2037 words)

  
 Lovebird - MSN Encarta
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.
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 fl markings on their heads, necks, or tails.
encarta.msn.com /encnet/refpages/RefArticle.aspx?refid=761574656   (148 words)

  
 Lovebirds - info and games
A lovebird (genus Agapornis, Greek for "lovebird") is a very social and affectionate parrot.
This is reflected by the lovebird's name in other languages: in German, "die Unzertrennlichen," and in French "les inséparables"- "inseparables." For this reason, many people feel strongly that lovebirds in captivity should be kept only in pairs.
Lovebirds are extremely social birds, and there is debate on whether they should be kept individually.
www.sheppardsoftware.com /content/animals/animals/birds/lovebird.htm   (612 words)

  
 Bird Times Magazine Lovebird Profile
In the wild the lovebird's natural color is green, but in captivity the lovebird is bred in a wide array of mutated colors.
Lovebirds are not talking parrots, but their expressive personalities and affectionate behavior toward their owners make up for their lack of ability to speak.
Lovebirds can be comfortable housed in a small cage as long as there is room enough to allow the bird to climb the sides as well as the top.
www.petpublishing.com /birdtimes/breeds/lovebird.shtml   (1649 words)

  
 Congenital Chondrodysplastic Dwarfism in a Fischer’s Lovebird (Agapornis fischeri)   (Site not responding. Last check: )
The gross and histologic changes in cartilage and bone of the necropsied lovebird were consistent with disturbed endochondral ossification, and included short limb length, disorganized columns in the growth plate with cartilage fibrillation, and widening of the metaphysis.
A genetic basis for chondrodysplasia is suggested by the consanguinity of the parents and the presence of another bird with proportionate dwarf characteristics hatched in a subsequent clutch.
A genetic basis for the chondrodysplasia is suggested by the consanguinity of the parents and the presence of another bird with dwarf growth characteristics hatched in a subsequent clutch.
www.vet.uga.edu /IVCVM/1998/frazier/frazier.htm   (1477 words)

  
 Basic Lovebird Care
Tame hand-fed lovebirds are curious, intellegent little birds who love to explore their world and everything in it.
Lovebirds come in a wide variety of color mututations from yellow, green, violet, blue, and any combination thereof.
Lovebirds are often overlooked as a single pet because as a pair they form a strong bond.
www.suite101.com /article.cfm/small_hookbills/17014   (501 words)

  
 BirdsnWays - Lovebird FAQ - About Lovebirds - Caring for Pet Lovebirds
Lovebirds are fairly cheap in comparison to most of their parrot cousins.
Lovebirds also tend to drink a lot of water, and must have fresh water available at all times.
Lovebirds can have very shrill voices however, and should not be expected to be quiet at all times.
www.birdsnways.com /articles/lbfaq.htm   (1616 words)

  
 Birds » Parrots » Lovebird - Peach Face Main Page
The Peach Faced Lovebirds are classified between the sexually dimorphic group, whose sexes are easily distinguishable by appearance, and the white eye-ring group whose appearance is impossible to define by appearance.
The Peach Faced Lovebird originates in Africa, and is commonly seen in the southwest regions in large flocks of 20 to 30.
Get a very large cage to house this Lovebird in, as they need lots of room to 'spread their wings.' Perches should be a part of the home for these sweet birds, and daily water changes are important.
www.centralpets.com /animals/birds/parrots/prt842.html   (895 words)

  
 ParrotFeather.com -  Lovebird Problems
A lovebird’s beak is very powerful and can do serious damage to wood or decorations.
Your lovebird will thank you for it and chew less when he is out with you.
Another way to occupy your lovebird is by turning on the radio or TV very low so your bird can hear music and sounds.
www.parrotfeather.com /lovebird/Lovebird_problems.php   (924 words)

  
 PETSTATION: BIRD BARN - PARROTS
Of the eight remaining species of lovebirds the Masked are the most readily available of the eye-ring species, so named because of the featherless ring around their eyes.
When considering the purchase of a lovebird you should take into account the fact that they are full of energy, and can be quite noisy with their endless chattering and shrill scream (though not anywhere near as loud as the larger parrots).
Lovebirds are extremely playful and a joy to watch with their boundless energy.
www.petstation.com /lovebird.html   (1026 words)

  
 LOVEBIRD CARE SHEET
Lovebirds are also very hardy; resistant to many of the diseases that threaten cockatiels or larger parrots.
Lovebirds can be fussy eaters, and it is hard to balance the diet when seed mixes are used as the basic food for this species.
Many owners trim their lovebird?s wings in the summer months when the pet is more likely to escape through an open window or door.
www.hagen.com /hari/docu/car_love.html   (840 words)

  
 Fischer's Lovebird (Agapornis fischeri)
The Fischer's Lovebird is a very pretty and intelligent bird, and a good choice for a beginner.
The Fischer's Lovebird is considered a monomorphic variety because the male and female have similar coloration.
The beak of the Fischer's Lovebird is hard and used as a tool for feeding, fighting, and exploring.
www.peteducation.com /article.cfm?cls=15&cat=1840&articleid=1704   (492 words)

  
 Lovebirds, Agapornis, African Parrots, Peachfaced Lovebirds
Peachfaced lovebirds are sometimes named by their color mutations: pied lovebirds, violet lovebirds, Dutch blue lovebirds, normal peachface lovebirds, orangeface lovebirds, and mauve lovebirds, to name a few.
Fischer's lovebirds and Masked lovebirds are DIFFERENT species of lovebirds (Agapornis personata fischeri and Agapornis personata personata, respectively) and should not be bred with peachfaced (A. roseicollis) lovebirds.
Inter-species breeding sometimes results in mules (that is, lovebirds that cannot reproduce), but when it doesn't, the consequence is pollution of the pure gene pool for these various species of lovebirds.
www.parrotparrot.com /lovebirds   (774 words)

  
 lovebird   (Site not responding. Last check: )
Lovebirds, Latin/scientific name of the genus is Agapornis, got their name for commonly sitting as a pair and preening each other’s feathers.
The Peachfaced lovebird, are one of the most common breeds of lovebirds and is one of the easiest lovebirds to keep.
You should not keep lovebirds in the same cage as other birds because they are capable of maiming or killing any bird smaller than itself.
www.gccbc.org /OldStuff/articles/lovebird.htm   (308 words)

  
 Lovebird info   (Site not responding. Last check: )
This lovebird is sitting on one of his favorite perches.
Lovebirds are egg layers (you should already know that anyway).
The male lovebird is the one who feeds it most of the time.
warrensburg.k12.mo.us /animals/kurtw3/index.html   (223 words)

  
 Bird Section   (Site not responding. Last check: )
Lovebirds are small colorful parrots with short tails and relatively broad bodies.
In a colony situation, however, lovebirds do not live up to their name, as they are territorial and may kill new additions or weak birds that behave erratically (including youngsters).
Lovebirds that are allowed unrestricted freedom in the home can encounter numerous physical dangers or toxins; therefore, wing clipping is recommended.
www.northforkanimalhospital.com /animals/birds/birds_lovebird.htm   (765 words)

  
 Lovebird Cages- Quality Discount Cages
Lovebirds are a small, social and affectionate parrot.
They will often mate for life, and do better when raised in pairs than alone, although it is possible for a Lovebird to develop a bond with their master, as well.
Lovebirds respond best to fatty foods when these are supplemented with an array of foods as varied as those their master would normally consume.
www.qualitydiscountcages.com /cage-information/Cages-For-Lovebirds.html   (382 words)

  
 Love is in the Air --- The only TFL.org listed fanlisting
Lovebirds are very active birds and therefore require an appropriately sized cage.
Lovebirds are extremely social birds, and there is debate on whether they can be kept individually.
Lovebirds rarely talk, but there is a chance they may learn to mimic human speech if taught to at a young age.
lovebird.magic-love.org /foryou.php   (754 words)

  
 Birds » Parrots » Lovebird - Fischer's Main Page
Lovebirds in general are not know for talking ability; the Fischer is no exception.
On occasion some Fischer's Lovebirds have been taught a couple words to mimic, but this is not the norm and should not be expected.
This classification is readily apparent, as the Fischer's Lovebird possesses a white eye ring that is not existent in other breeds such as the Peach Faced Lovebird.
www.centralpets.com /animals/birds/parrots/prt843.html   (513 words)

  
 The Black-cheeked lovebird
The Black-cheeked lovebird is one of the nine species from the Genus AGAPORNIS and was discovered by Dr.A.H.B.Kirkmaí in 1904 The first specimens reached Europe some three years later.
Habitat alteration, suitable water holes, destruction of mopane woodlands, resumption of illegal trapping and the additional threat being the irresponsible introduction from other area's of the Nyasa Lovebird limit the recovery of this species in the wild, which are known to hybridise freely with the Black-cheeked.
This lovebird is moderately noisy but is generally more peaceable than other of the genus although will occasionally quarrel if to confined.
www.theparrotsocietyuk.org /genarticle17.shtml   (716 words)

  
 Lovebird Information
Lovebirds do equally well living alone or with their own lovebird friend.
Minimum cage size for a single lovebird is a wire cage 30 x 30 x 18.
Placement of the cage should be well thought out.  It should be in a quiet part of an active room (like the family room) so your lovebird knows it is part of the flock, but also feels safe at the same time.  It is best to cover the cage at night.
www.oregonhumane.com /petcare/LovebirdInformation.htm   (587 words)

  
 lovebird faq
Lovebirds are very active birds and need a cage large enough to accommodate this need.
Since lovebirds tend to fly horizontally rather than vertically, rectangular long cages are a better choice than rectangular tall.
Lovebirds enjoy removing bark and demolishing perches, so you will find that these have to be replaced on a regular basis.
www.lovebirdsplus.com /lovebirdfaq.html   (741 words)

  
 The Long Feathered Peachfaced Lovebird
Lovebirds are probably the most bred parrots in Belgium and Holland; to such an extent that these two countries have become the forerunners in breeding and development.
It is rather easy to prove that red psittacin (in this case located in the mask) can be produced very easily by parrots, to stay in the genus simply look at the reddish suffusion on the breast of many personatus or the red in the neck of a great many fischeri.
My thanks to Dirk for providing this article and accompnying photograph on a form of the Peachface Lovebird which at present is probably confined to mainland Northern Europe.
www.birdhobbyist.com /parrotcolour/lovebird/longfpf.html   (1958 words)

  
 Serengeti - Fisher's Lovebird
Driving down a dusty road in Serengeti during the dry season, surrounded by golden grass, leafless trees, and the sky a brown haze as the Sahel desert in Sudan burns to the north; a visitor is shocked by a rapid infusion of color.
Beginning in the early 1920's Fisher's Lovebird was exported from Tanzania as a house-bird to Europe and America.
These wild (or feral) lovebirds survive well in other parts of East Africa and have interbred with the wild Yellow-Collared Lovebirds (Agapornis personatus) to form a hybrid species.
www.serengeti.org /flying_lovebird.html   (246 words)

  
 lovebird   (Site not responding. Last check: )
It is very difficult to add new lovebirds to an existing community cage.
Under close observation it is possible to introduce a new member to the family by introducing all the birds in a new cage simultaneously.
It is very difficult to tame a lovebird in a round cage because the bird cannot be remove easily without frightening it.
www.pethabitat.com /lovebird.htm   (190 words)

  
 Parrots: taming a lovebird
Your lovebird has learned that if/when s/he doesn't want to be bothered, that all s/he has to do is bite or become aggressive and you leave s/he alone.
Your lovebird has control over you and you need to reverse the process and be in control over the bird.
Once you get to the point where your lovebird is comfortable with you and on your hand, you can move into other rooms, but always remember that your bird will want to get to it's cage when it feels threatened/scared because it's cage is it's safety zone.
en.allexperts.com /q/Parrots-1638/taming-lovebird.htm   (1379 words)

  
 The Pet Bird Lovebird FAQ
Contrary to popular belief, lovebirds need not be kept in pairs.
The females a paler orange face, with a smaller amount of color in the face then the male, and green wing feathers.
The incubation period for Lovebirds is 21 to 26 days.Once the chicks hatch, make sure to provide a lot of good foods for the parents.
www.upatsix.com /faq/lvbrdfaq.htm   (1556 words)

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