All species in the genus, except Agapornis Swinderniana, have adapted very well to captivity, but the most popular is the Peachfaced Lovebird, Agapornis Roseicollis. Roseicollis is at the top of Agapornism, about fifty times more common than those in second place: the personata forms. This ranking seems to be similar on every continent. The other species may be more or less common in different countries, but overall they can be considered rare. The predominance of roseicollis is due to several factors: they reach sexual maturity earlier; they can be bought more cheaply; they are easier robust, and better adapted to captivity; their general care is easier, the nest even in poor conditions, without proper nesting material; juveniles are resistant to sickness and can withstand adverse climates.

About personata we can say that: their nesting and aviary requirements are more exacting; they won't breed without proper nesting material; they are more expensive; they can be paired less easily than roseicollies-sometimes is very difficult to find compatible lovebirds; they are quite aggressive, which makes for difficult keeping and colony formation; the males particularly are more susceptible to stress and sickness, which leads to a larger number of females reaching adult age.

About cana, pullaria and taranta lovebirds: they are rarer and much more expensive; they are quite aggressive and generally must be housed in single pairs; they reach sexual maturity much later than the others; they are shy and therefore need a quiet and calm situation. Pullaria are very stressable birds and require special nests (containing cork, for example).

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