Abyssinian Lovebird
(Agapornis taranta)

One of the "rares," this is the largest of the Agapornis species and is generally not seen as a pet. This species is dimorphic, meaning the male and female can be identified visually.


Left, female Abyssinian lovebird; right, male


A clutch of Abyssinian babies. Pairs generally have
four chicks in a clutch.

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Photo credits: Abyssinian lovebird photos by Nancy Porras