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Blue-cheeked Amazon  (Amazona dufresniana)

Also Known As: Blue-cheeked Parrot, Dufresne's Amazon or Parrot
 
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Pair of Blue-cheeked Amazons in captivity

Credit: © Anthony Snell
 
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Parrots as Pets
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Care in Captivity
Pet Suitability:
Placid temperment, appears less active than many Amazons.

Captive Status:
Very rare

Longevity:
Not available

Housing:
Walk-in aviary or enclosure, minimum length 4.5m (14.7 ft) or aviary or suspended cage, minimum length 3m (9.8 ft).

Enrichment:
Not available

Nest Box Size:
Not available

Clutch Size:
Not available

Incubation Time:
Assume 24-26 days.

Fledging Age:
Assume 8-10 weeks.

Hatch Weight:
15g (0.5 oz)

Peak Weight:
Not available

Weaning Weight:
Not available

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