Lovebird Masked basic information

Because the Peach Faced Lovebird is such a popular lovebird species it comes as no surprise that many different color mutations have arisen. Some of the most common include, Creamino, Lutino, Orange Faced, White Faced Blue, Blue Pied Dilute, Fallow, and Cinnamon. In addition many of these mutations can be combined to produce even more colors called mixed mutations. The wild type (light green) Peach Faced Lovebird has green plumage and a peach colored face. The peach color lightens as it approaches the bill and darkness towards the crown. They have blue rumps, gray feet and a horn colored bill. The Peach Faced Lovebirds are classified between the sexually dimorphic group, whose sexes are easily distinguishable by appearance, and the white eye-ring group whose appearance is impossible to define by appearance. In general, the Peach Faced Lovebird does not show any obvious sexual dimorphism. Some breeders will use a pelvic bone test where they examine the tips of the pelvic bone. Male pelvic bones generally feel solid while the females have a space, which is almost large enough to fit a finger. This test is not, however, 100% accurate. There are always exceptions to every rule. The same is true for guessing sex by size. In general females are bigger, but this is not always the case. For accuracy in sexing consult your avian veterinarian to discuss DNA and surgical sexing options. A small parrot, the average adult Peach Faced Lovebird measures 15cm long.