Lone Echo Parakeet hen
Credit: © Shane McPherson
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Care in Captivity
Pet Suitability: Not available
Captive Status: Some captive breeding (hand-rearing) for re-introduction in the wild; otherwise not raised in captivity.
Longevity: Not available
Housing: Gerald Durrell Endangered Wildlife Sanctuary (GDEWS).
Enrichment: Not available
Nest Box Size: Next hollows at least 50cm (19.5 in) deep and 20cm (7.8 in) wide.
Article on Design and Provision of Nest Boxes
Clutch Size: 1-4 eggs
Incubation Time: 21-25 days
Fledging Age: 8-9 weeks
Hatch Weight: 8.5g (0.2 oz)
Peak Weight: 150g (5.25 oz)
Weaning Weight: 130-160g (4.55-5.6 oz)
Captive Projects: Echo Parakeet Project at GDEWS.