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Black-cheeked Lovebird

Agapornis nigrigenis

Vulnerable

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The Black-cheeked Lovebird (Agapornis nigrigenis) is a species in the genus Agapornis. It is currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List. Typically found in various aerial, terrestrial, and aquatic environments. Distributed across Norway and United Kingdom. Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

Habitat & Distribution

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

Distributed across Norway and United Kingdom. Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

🇳🇴 Norway 🇬🇧 United Kingdom

Conservation Status

VU Vulnerable

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (สัตว์)

Phylum

Chordata (สัตว์มีแกนสันหลัง)

Class

Aves (นก)

Order

Psittaciformes (อันดับนกแก้ว)

Family

Psittacidae (True Parrots)

Genus

Agapornis

Species

Agapornis nigrigenis (Black-cheeked Lovebird)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese クロボタンインコ

Chinese 黑脸牡丹鹦鹉

Spanish Inseparable cachetón

French Inséparable à joues noires

German Rußköpfchen

Portuguese inseparável-de-faces-pretas

Russian Чернощёкий неразлучник

Similar Species in Agapornis

Yellow-collared Lovebird

Agapornis personatus

Least Concern

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Black-collared Lovebird

Agapornis swindernianus

Lilian's Lovebird / Nyasa Lovebird

Black-winged Lovebird

Agapornis taranta

Least Concern

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Black-cheeked Lovebird?

The scientific name of Black-cheeked Lovebird is Agapornis nigrigenis. It belongs to the genus Agapornis.

What is the conservation status of Black-cheeked Lovebird?

Black-cheeked Lovebird (Agapornis nigrigenis) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Black-cheeked Lovebird live?

Black-cheeked Lovebird is found in Distributed across Norway and United Kingdom. Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Norway, United Kingdom.

What family does Black-cheeked Lovebird belong to?

Black-cheeked Lovebird (Agapornis nigrigenis) belongs to the genus Agapornis, which is part of the taxonomic family Psittacidae.

Is Black-cheeked Lovebird endangered?

Yes, Black-cheeked Lovebird (Agapornis nigrigenis) is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Black-cheeked Lovebird belong to?

Black-cheeked Lovebird (Agapornis nigrigenis) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (สัตว์).

What are the closest relatives of Black-cheeked Lovebird?

The closest relatives of Black-cheeked Lovebird in the genus Agapornis include Fischer's Lovebird, Yellow-collared Lovebird, Black-collared Lovebird, Gray-headed Lovebird, Lilian's Lovebird / Nyasa Lovebird.