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Care in Captivity

Pet Suitability:
Quiet and gentle parrot. Sensitive to stress and infections, particularly protozoal. Strict hygiene is necessary to protect this species from infectious diseases. Should be kept in pairs.

Captive Status:
Almost unknown in captivity.

Longevity:
Not available

Housing:
Flight enclosure 1 x 1.5 x 1.2m (3.3 x 5 x 4 ft) during acclimatization period, later in flight 3 x 1 x 2m (9.8 x 3.3 x 6.5 ft).

Enrichment:
Moderate chewer, so provide fresh non-toxic, unsprayed flowering, fir, pine or willow branches, wooden block toys and vegetable tanned leather toys.

Nest Box Size:
Not available

Clutch Size:
3-4

Incubation Time:
22 days

Fledging Age:
90-110 days

Hatch Weight:
Not available

Peak Weight:
Not available

Weaning Weight:
Not available

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