Lilian's (Nyasa) Lovebird colour mutations
2 Lilian's (Nyasa) Lovebird colour mutations, with the inheritance of each, how it looks, and whether a bird can be split for it.
| Mutation | Inheritance | Looks | Can be split? |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lutino | Autosomal recessive | Yellow with an orange-pink face. | Yes – the male and female can be carriers (split) without it showing |
| Dilute | Autosomal recessive | Dilution. | Yes – the male and female can be carriers (split) without it showing |
The Zajel app has a genetics calculator that shows the expected chick colours of any pair before you pair them.