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Blue-backed Parrot  (Tanygnathus sumatranus)

Also Known As: Muller's Parrot, Azure-rumped Parrot
 
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Blue-backed Parrot (Tanygnathus sumatranus)

Credit: (c) Jonker/Innemee Araproject | http://www.araproject.nl
 
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Care in Captivity
Pet Suitability:
Does well in captivity.

Captive Status:
Uncommon

Longevity:
Not available

Housing:
Walk-in aviary or enclosure, minimum length 3m (9.8 ft).

Enrichment:
Bathing, parrot play gyms, large parrot toys and safe chewables.

Nest Box Size:
10" x 10" x 22" (25.4cm x 25.4cm x 55.9cm) vertical box.

Clutch Size:
2 to 3

Incubation Time:
25 days

Fledging Age:
9 weeks

Hatch Weight:
Not available

Peak Weight:
Not available

Weaning Weight:
Not available

Link to Specialist Club:
http://www.thetanygnathussociety.org/