Rosy-faced Lovebird (Peach-faced Lovebird)

This feather originates from the Rosy-faced Lovebird, a small, vibrant parrot known for its stocky build, bright green body, and striking peach-red face and crown. The feather shows the classic soft-toned salmon and orange-pink coloration characteristic of the cheek, throat, or upper breast region transition.

Displays a distinct color gradient: bright salmon-pink to reddish-orange at the distal tip fading into white/cream down the center, with yellowish-green bases.

Plumulaceous (fluffy and loose) at the basal end, transitioning to open, soft pennaceous structure toward the tip; barbs appear somewhat separated due to handling or wear.

Soft, fluffy downy base with smooth, lightweight upper vanes; overall matte appearance.

Distinctive pink/peach color gradient shifting to pale cream and green at the base; small size; soft contour structure.

In native range: dry wooded country, sub-desert steppes, and savanna near water sources. Highly adaptable in feral urban areas (e.g., Phoenix, Arizona).

Native to southwestern Africa (Namibia, South Africa, Angola). Introduced feral populations exist in parts of the United States (notably Phoenix, Arizona) and widely kept globally as a domestic pet.

Seed eater and cavity nester. In native habitats, relies heavily on water points and native tree cavities or weaver bird nests.

Peach-fronted Conure (Aratinga aurea) contour feathers, Sun Conure (Aratinga solstitialis) body feathers, or domestic Canary pink-factor feathers. Can be distinguished by the specific salmon-red to green gradient unique to Agapornis roseicollis.

Rosy-faced Lovebirds are renowned for carrying nesting materials by tucking strips of bark and leaves into their rump feathers before flying back to their nest site.

Fair condition; slightly disheveled with separated barbs along the margins, likely naturally molted or lightly handled.