Lovebirds are a member of the parrot family that originates from Africa. They dwelt in the rainforests which is why they are mostly green in the wild; so that they have some form of camouflage. In fact, many people often hear the calls of lovebirds but cannot distinguish where it is coming from as the green foliage from the trees covers their appearance so well. Lovebirds in the rainforest eat diets that often consist of fruit, grass and seeds. Rainforest dwelling lovebirds often live in huge colonies high up in the trees for protection from predators. They are also well shaded by the leaves of these trees and form entire flocks in this environment.

Lovebirds in the rainforest are particular about which mate they choose but once they select a companion, they form a deep bond. In general, these birds fly from danger on instinct and as with most species of birds; the weaker specimens are picked out immediately. Their lifespan in the wild amounts to six or seven years. They can breed a number of times a year, certain breeds of lovebird being especially efficient breeders.

Lovebirds Adapting Outside of the Rainforest

The most incredible aspect of this species is that although lovebirds are well known to live in rainforests, they are very capable of adapting to many biomes and terrains. Lovebirds are not limited to rainforest life as they can be tamed and can easily adapt to life outside of their natural territory. Escaped pet lovebirds are often found living successfully in the wild in both desert and wet locations. There are even examples of wild lovebird colonies forming and successfully breeding in areas of North America and Australia. This is amazing considering that most pet birds will die if let loose into the wild.

Lovebirds often adapt outside of the rainforest to other extreme conditions but as long as they find a water source, they seem very capable of survival. Lovebirds that have adapted to residential areas often find food and water in the gardens of the locals, eventually fitting in with the local wild birds and finding their place with these birds that they would probably not have come into contact with in their natural habitat. Many of these birds are brightly colored as they stem from captive breeding yet they can still manage to escape predators. The fact that lovebirds can easily adapt to life outside the rainforest is just another example of their uniqueness. These birds may look exotic but more and more of these vibrantly colored birds can be found in surprising places.

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