What are Fischer’s lovebirds?
The brightly colored Fischer’s lovebird is a type of small parrot—named for Gustav Fischer—discovered in the 19th century. It has a green back, chest, and wings. The bird’s neck is a golden yellow to orange color which deepens into a deeper orange-red on its the face. The lovebird’s beak is red and the top of the head is olive green. It may also have blue-or purple-colored plumage on the tail.
These birds do not exhibit sexual dimorphism, and it is difficult to tell male and female birds apart.
They are inseparable.
The Fischer’s lovebird is named for the strong bonds formed between mating pairs, which mate for life and are monogamous. Lovebirds show each other affection and are known for biting, or nipping, each other’s beaks—a behavior that makes them look as though they are kissing.
Fischer’s lovebirds have a niche.
Fischer’s lovebirds are cavity nesters. They find natural cavities in trees, rocks, or buildings and use them to construct their nests. The nests are built using grass, stalks, and bark and have a roof over them.
They are heavy drinkers.
Fischer’s lovebirds drink daily and live near water. They are not migratory, but will migrate if water sources become unavailable. On particularly hot days, they can be found near water holes or water sources where they can drink several times throughout the day.