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Lovebird

Agapornis

Photo by Smith Zoo
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Field Notes

Description:

They are a social and affectionate small parrot. Eight species are native to the African continent. Their name stems from the parrots' strong, monogamous pair bonding and the long periods which paired birds spend sitting together.

Notes:

Took these photo's at a sanctuary in Stellenbosch.

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Thanks for the visit Keith. Thank you aldrin and Telse!
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PublishedAugust 25, 2012

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