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The black-winged lovebird, with a length of about 16–16.5 cm (6.3–6.5 inches), is the largest species of lovebird. It is sexually dimorphic, as are the red-headed lovebird and grey-headed lovebird. The dimorphism becomes apparent in juvenile birds after their first molt at about eight or nine months of age. Both the male and female black-winged lovebird are mostly green, and only the adult male black-winged lovebird has a red forehead and a ring of red feathers around its eyes. The tail is black tipped and feathers below the tail show a yellowish colour.
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When to see the Black-winged Lovebird
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Where to see the Black-winged Lovebird
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About the Black-winged Lovebird
The black-winged lovebird also known as Abyssinian lovebird is a mainly green bird of the parrot family. At about 16.5 cm (6.5 inches) long, it is the largest of the lovebird genus, a group of small parrots. The adult male is easily identified by its red forehead, and the adult female by its all-green head. They are native to Eritrea and Ethiopia, and they are uncommon as pets.
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Easily confused with
Lilian's LovebirdAgapornis lilianaeThe Lilian's lovebird is 13 cm (5 inches) long and is mainly green with white eyerings.
Red-headed LovebirdAgapornis pullariusThe red-headed lovebird is a 15 cm (6 inches) long, mostly green parrot.
Grey-headed LovebirdAgapornis canusThe grey-headed lovebird is one of the smallest species of the lovebird genus, being 13 cm (5 inches) long and weighing about 30–36 grams.
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