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Phoenix Welcomes Thriving Colony of Lovebirds from Africa

2/14/2026

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A large colony of lovebirds, native to the Namib Desert, has established itself in Phoenix, Arizona, likely the largest outside Africa.
The birds thrive in the heat by staying near humans and air conditioning.
The colony likely began in the 1980s from escaped pets.
About 2,000 lovebirds roost in cacti and palm trees across the area.
Some people believe they should have remained in their native habitat.

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Story summary

A large colony of lovebirds, native to the Namib Desert, has established itself in Phoenix, Arizona, likely the largest outside Africa.
The birds thrive in the heat by staying near humans and air conditioning.
The colony likely began in the 1980s from escaped pets.
About 2,000 lovebirds roost in cacti and palm trees across the area.
Some people believe they should have remained in their native habitat.