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 Native to Africa and Madagasacar these little parrots are kept by more people than any other parrot species.  The reasons are their size, their beauty and their ability to talk. Lovebirds range in size from 5 - 6 inches and with proper care can live 10-15 years. Hand raised lovebirds are recommended and make wonderful companions. if you are looking to keep a lovebird "in love" with you I suggest only having one as the moment you provide your lovebird with a cage mate they will become attached to each other and you will be left by your loving little bird.

Known to be very vocal and active birds they need to be provided plenty of toys and a large cage to keep them busy. Lovebirds love to takes baths and should be provided with some type of bird bath.

 

These wonderful companions are just as their names states - lovely birds. While some can be a bit nippy at times the majority are sweet loveable little characters.

 

Housing these darlings can be a challange for those who think of them as tiny birds. The minimum cage size should be 30x30x18 inches, and the bars should not be more than 1/2 inch apart. Remember, as with any parrot, to keep them in a warm draft free area of the house where they are not in direct sunlight at all times.

 

With the potential to live 15-30 years one should not take a lovebird into their life lightly, you are making a long term commitment.

 

Athough healthy little birds in general, they have been known to have some physical problems. Lovebirds are most prone to diarrhea, constipation, egg binding, goiter, obesity, sour crop, vitamin and mineral deficiencies.

 

 Peach Faced, Masked and Fischers are the three most commonly seen as companions.

 

Nyasa, Black-cheek, Red faced, Abyssinian, Black-Collared and Madagascar Lovebirds are more uncommonly kept but still wonderful.