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Care in Captivity

Pet Suitability:
Shy and quiet birds; extremely susceptible to cold, stress and infections. Birds may die for no apparent reason. May house in colony.

Captive Status:
Rare in captivity.

Longevity:
Not available

Housing:
Colony type housing in spacious indoor or outdoor (if in warm climate) aviary 5 x 3 x 2m (16.4 x 9.84 x 6.56 ft).

Enrichment:
Provide fresh, unsprayed branches with buds for chewing, plenty of perches.

Nest Box Size:
Vertical box 8" x 8" x 12" (20.3cm x 20.3cm x 30.5cm)

Clutch Size:
4-6

Incubation Time:
23 days

Fledging Age:
6-7 weeks

Hatch Weight:
Not available

Peak Weight:
Not available

Weaning Weight:
Not available

More Info Sites:
http://www.arndt-verlag.com/projekt/birds_3.cgi?Desc=E269.htm&Pic=269_1.JPG

http://www.itis.gov/servlet/SingleRpt/SingleRpt?search_topic=TSN&search_value=177729