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Care in Captivity

Pet Suitability:
Generally a bird to be kept in groups (aviary bird). Lively and spirited. May be prone to fungal infections.

Captive Status:
Not commonly kept.

Longevity:
Not available

Housing:
Indoor aviary 12' x 6' x 6' (3.6 x 1.8 x 1.8m).

Enrichment:
Provide flowering branches as food and enrichment. Love to bathe. Do best in a colony environment.

Nest Box Size:
Hollow nest log. Vertical box 6" x 6" x 24" (15cm x 15cm x 61cm).

Clutch Size:
1 or 2

Incubation Time:
About 30 days.

Fledging Age:
About 9 weeks old.

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=E030.htm&Pic=030_1.JPG