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Blue Masked LovebirdAgapornis p. personata var. Family: Psittacidae
Latest Reader Comment - See More I just lost my blue-masked lovebird. His favorite was kissing my 13 year old dog! They were well bonded. The bird often chirped, only in the morning and early aftern... (more) JULIE WATKINS 2007-01-04
A pretty little parrot, Blue Masked Lovebird makes an adorable pet. It is a most playful, charming and amusing companion...an excellent bird for the beginner!The Blue Masked Lovebird is a favorite color variety of the Masked Lovebird. Though easily bred in captivity, this attractive variation also occurs naturally in the wild. Friendly and easy to care for, the Blue Masked Lovebird will make a delightful and enjoyable addition to any household. They are relatively hardy and are easy to breed, making them every bit as good a pet as the Peach-faced Lovebird. Some even suggest that they may be a bit calmer, though others say they are just as mischievous. Typical of all the lovebirds, the Blue Masked Lovebird is very social and loves companionship. Their natural behavior is to live closely with a companion so are often kept with another lovebird. Though they make a very fine and affectionate pet when hand-raised, they will need a lot of attention if kept singly. Most are kept in pairs to satisfy their considerable need for constant companionship, mutual preening, and socialization. For more information and the care of Lovebirds see:
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Description:
The Blue Masked Lovebird is the best known color mutation
of the Masked Lovebird, and this
variety occurs naturally in the wild as well as in captivity. It is very
attractive with a black head, blue body, and a white collar around the
neck and on the upper breast.
All the Masked Lovebird mutations have a black 'mask' and
their names refer to their body coloring, in this case 'blue'. Other color
mutations include the Green Masked Lovebird which is also very common,
and other more uncommon varieties such as the medium blue (cobalt) and
the dark blue (slate).
Size - Weight:
The Blue Masked Lovebird will get up to about 6" (14.5
- 15. 5 cm) in length.
Care and feeding:
A roomy cage is required as lovebirds are very active. If
you have a tame pet that is kept in a small cage, it needs to be let out
for extended periods to fly about. Your pet they will enjoy a variety
of seeds, fruits, vegetables, and commercial pellets.
See About Lovebirds:
Housing and About Lovebirds:
Care and Feeding for more information.
Social Behaviors:
A lovebird is a very social bird with it's companion, and
it is generally thought to be essential for their good health and happiness
that they be kept in pairs rather than singly. They can, however, be aggressive
towards other birds in an aviary setting.
Activities:
Loves to fly, climb, and play. Provide lots of room and lots
of toys.
Breeding/Reproduction:
The Blue Masked Lovebird is excellent for the beginning breeder.
These birds will breed as either single pairs or in colonies, and have
the same behaviors as the Masked Lovebird. When you provide them with
a nest box be sure to also provide lots of willow twigs, strips of bark,
or other nesting materials.
The hen will lay three to four eggs which are incubated for
about 21 to 23 days. The young fledge (leave the nest) in about 44 to
45 days. When they become independent, remove the young to their own housing.
See About Lovebirds:
Breeding/Reproduction for more information on breeding.
Potential Problems:
This bird has a high pitched twittering and though not as
loud as some parrots, it can be rather noisy for parts of the day.
See About Lovebirds:
Potential Problems for information on illnesses.
Availability:
The Blue Masked Lovebird is very popular and is readily available.
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| I just lost my blue-masked lovebird. His favorite was kissing my 13 year old dog! They were well bonded. The bird often chirped, only in the morning and early afternoon, and in the evening when it wanted attention. Loved to take a bath. I recommend this type of bird, easy to take care of.
2007-01-04 |
| I work at a petshop, and a couple of days ago my manager brought in a sick Blue-Masked lovebird. So I adopted it. I named him Spaz (not too sure if it's a male or a female), and took him to a doctor..but he didn't really know what was wrong, he just said that Spaz did seem sick because he wasn't fighting him. I've had lovebirds before, but I really hope he's going to be alright, because this bird is special. The first day, I would walk around with him on my shoulder, and I take him to work everyday. He doesn't bite, he doesn't try and fly away, and he loves giving me kisses (nibbling). I love him!
2006-04-17 |
| I have a female Blue Masked Lovebird named Black Bean that I got from a breeder. Besides her, I also have two female Dutch Blue Lovebirds, Candy and Callie; and three female Masked Lovebirds, Shanta, Raccoona, and Miss CuddleMee. Of all the birds I have, Black Bean is the only one that is social and wants to be with me. In fact, she dislikes my other lovebirds and would rather spend the whole day cuddled under my chin cooing.
Black Bean is a very playful bird, but she favors her ladder and her dangly toy bell. She adores watching cartoons with me, and she knows how to say:
I love you
Please?
Black Bean
I'm a good bird
well, she got that right! I love her so much and deeply recommend a lovebird for any person that is willing to love these beauties.
2006-03-25 |
| I just received my 2 blue faces and I am hoping that they are a male and female. They are relaxed finally and they realized that they can trust me. I'm looking forward to extend their lease or boundaries.
2006-02-25 |
| I love my blue masked lovebirds, they have mated and I hope my female will lay fertile eggs!!! I recommend these birds to anyone who loves birds.
2005-10-12 |
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2006-02-26 |
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