Beautiful, playful, and energetic, this vivacious species is sought after by lovebird enthusiasts. Although not known for any talking talents like larger parrots, they still find favor thanks to their fun-loving personality. They are gregarious, social birds that form monogamous pairs.

They feed largely on seeds and occasionally on fallen berries and fruits. Sometimes they attack ripening agricultural crops (maize and millet) and their flocks can swell to several hundred birds, so farmers consider them pests. The birds also need to drink water each day.

Fischer’s lovebirds nest after rainy periods, when food is plentiful. They are colonial cavity nesters, staking out natural openings in trees, rocks, or buildings to construct their nests. The nests are made from grass, stalks, and bark, and they even construct a domed roof over them! They will also use communal weaver nests.

This lovebird’s calls are high pitched and twittering. They also use whistling with sharp or melodious notes, though some “songs” are shrill and harsh. They are small sized, but make up for it by being quarrelsome and bold.