Fischer's lovebird  (Agapornis fischeri)

Range

Fischer's lovebird is endemic to north Tanzania. It has also been recorded from Rwanda, Burundi and Kenya, but these are thought to have originated from aviary escapees and are not wild populations (1) (2).

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Habitat

Fischer's lovebird inhabits grassland and savanna with scattered trees. It can also be found in cultivated land dotted with baobabs (2). It generally occurs between 1,100 and 2,000 meters above sea level, and is often near water, especially in hot weather (6).