Agapornis

/ˌæɡəˈpɔːrnɪs/ noun

Definition

A genus of small colorful parrots native to Africa and Madagascar, commonly known as lovebirds because they often stay with the same mate for life.

Etymology

From Greek 'agape' (love) and 'ornis' (bird), literally 'love bird.' The name was given because of their intensely bonded pair-relationships.

Kelly Says

Lovebirds got their scientific name 'Agapornis' because they're so affectionate with their mates they seem like living symbols of love—they preen each other constantly and are rarely seen alone!

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