Among all parrot species, lovebirds are considered to be one of the most charming, emotional, and loyal birds to keep at home. They combine a striking appearance, lively personality, and sincere attachment to a partner or owner – all in a compact size. Despite their diminutive size, lovebirds are able to fill a home not only with singing, but also with energy, movement, and true bird love.
Origin and name
Lovebirds (Agapornis) are native to Africa. Their name comes from the Greek words “agape” – love and “ornis” – bird. And for good reason: in nature, these birds live in pairs that stay together for life. If one of them dies, the other one often gets sad and becomes inactive. This feature has been preserved at home as well. That’s why lovebirds are often kept together – they need communication, tenderness, and constant bird dialog.
Appearance.
These are small parrots, 13-17 cm long. They have a dense build, a short tail, and a large beak. The coat is very bright: green, yellow, red, orange, blue, turquoise shades in a variety of combinations, depending on the species and mutations. The most popular are masked, pink-cheeked, black-headed, and fishers. Each of them has its own character and color intensity.
Character and behavior
These parrots are real emotional lights. They are very active, constantly moving, playing, communicating with each other or with the owner. During the day, there will never be silence in the cage: singing, chirping, ringing bells – lovebirds do not like silence, but their sound is not as loud and harsh as that of large parrots. They are gentle, very curious about everything new, sometimes stubborn, sometimes playful, and most importantly, intelligent and attentive. They quickly memorize the owner’s face, reactions, and routine.
If an inseparable lives alone, it can become very attached to a person, literally follow on their heels (if released from the cage), sit on their shoulder, ask for petting, and get indignant if they are ignored. But it is worth remembering that such a connection is not just a cute behavior, but a real need. Lonely lovebirds may begin to scratch themselves, become aggressive or depressed if they are not given enough attention.
Cage and space
For one pair of lovebirds, the minimum cage size is 60×40×40 cm, but the larger the better. The cage should be spacious, with horizontal bars (they like to climb), toys, swings, bells, and ropes. It is imperative to have several poles made of natural wood of different diameters to prevent problems with the legs.
Lovebirds are very mobile, so they need to fly outside the cage for at least 1-2 hours a day. Of course, in a safe room without open windows, mirrors, or poisonous plants. A separate room or a special area for flying is ideal.
Hygiene and care
Parakeets are very clean. They clean their feathers on their own, but they love to bathe – so it is important to put a bowl of water in the cage or spray water from a spray bottle (if the bird likes it). Once a week, the cage should be completely washed, and every day, the tray should be cleaned and the water changed. If everything is done on time, there will be no odor at all.
In addition, lovebirds need constant sharpening material for their beaks (special stones, mineral blocks, branches), otherwise the beak may grow too long.
Food
The diet of parrots should be varied:
– The basis is a grain mixture for small parrots.
– Fresh vegetables and herbs are added daily: carrots, spinach, broccoli, lettuce, beets.
– 1-2 times a week, you can give an apple, pear, berries (pitted).
– The menu should include a source of calcium – sepia or eggshells.
– Sometimes boiled eggs, germinated grain, and cereals without salt are added.
Prohibited foods: chocolate, avocado, onions, garlic, salt, bread, alcohol, dairy, fried foods, chips, sausage – all of these are toxic to parrots.
Do inseparable people talk?
Yes, but not like large parrots. They can imitate sounds, intonations, and sometimes individual words if repeated often. But their main language is chirping, squeaking, and short “bird phrases”. If it is not important for you that the parrot “speaks like a human”, the lovebird will be a great companion on the bird wave.
For whom are lovebirds suitable
These birds are ideal
– for couples and families who want to watch the gentle interaction of two birds in love;
– for people who spend a lot of time at home and want a faithful feathered friend;
– for children (from 8 years old) to learn care and responsibility.
They are not suitable for those who are looking for a “silent” animal or who travel frequently and leave home.
Conclusion.
Inseparable lovebirds are a little living love that manifests itself every day in a look, a chirp, and a need to be close. They are beautiful, emotional, loyal, and at the same time very easy to keep. Their sonorous voice, bright color and constant activity will turn your home into a cheerful oasis of life. And if you dream of a pet that really loves you, the Inseparable is the one for you.
