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Inséparable masqué

Agapornis personatus

Least Concern

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A small lovebird with distinctive yellow collar and mask surrounding a violet-blue face, native to the dry Acacia savanna of northeastern Tanzania. Like all lovebirds, they form intensely bonded pair relationships reinforced through constant mutual preening. They nest colonially in large tree holes and termite mounds, lining nests with strips of bark. Near Threatened due to trapping for the pet trade and agricultural habitat conversion. Widely hybridized with Fischer's lovebird in captivity.

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in various aerial, terrestrial, and aquatic environments.

Widely distributed across Africa (Burundi, Kenya), Asia (Israel), Europe (6 countries), North America (United States), and South America (Colombia, Ecuador).

🇳🇴 Norway 🇰🇪 Kenya 🇧🇪 Belgium 🇫🇷 France 🇪🇸 Spain 🇬🇧 United Kingdom 🇧🇮 Burundi 🇺🇸 United States 🇨🇴 Colombia 🇪🇨 Ecuador 🇮🇱 Israel 🇳🇱 Netherlands

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Psittaciformes (Parrots)

Family

Psittacidae (True Parrots)

Genus

Agapornis

Species

Agapornis personatus (Inséparable masqué)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese キエリボタンインコ

Chinese 黃領情侶鸚鵡

Spanish Inseparable cabecinegro

French Inséparable masqué

German Schwarzköpfchen

Portuguese inseparável-mascarado

Russian Масковый неразлучник

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Inséparable masqué?

The scientific name of Inséparable masqué is Agapornis personatus. It belongs to the genus Agapornis.

What is the conservation status of Inséparable masqué?

Inséparable masqué (Agapornis personatus) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Inséparable masqué live?

Inséparable masqué is found in Widely distributed across Africa (Burundi, Kenya), Asia (Israel), Europe (6 countries), North America (United States), and South America (Colombia, Ecuador).. Countries include Belgium, Burundi, Colombia, Ecuador, France, Israel, Kenya, Netherlands, Norway, Spain.

What family does Inséparable masqué belong to?

Inséparable masqué (Agapornis personatus) belongs to the genus Agapornis, which is part of the taxonomic family Psittacidae.

Is Inséparable masqué endangered?

No, Inséparable masqué (Agapornis personatus) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Inséparable masqué belong to?

Inséparable masqué (Agapornis personatus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (animal).

What are the closest relatives of Inséparable masqué?

The closest relatives of Inséparable masqué in the genus Agapornis include Inséparable à collier noir, Inséparable à joues noires, Inséparable à tête grise, Inséparable à tête rouge, Inséparable d'Abyssinie.