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Maroon-tailed Conure  (Pyrrhura melanura)

Also Known As: Maroon-tailed Parakeet, Black-tailed Conure or Parakeet, Souance's Conure or Parakeet (P.m. souancei), Choco Conure or Parakeet (P.m. pacifica)
 
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Maroon-tailed Conure (Pyrurrah melanurea)

Credit: © Steve Milpacher
 
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Care in Captivity
Pet Suitability:
Shy, quiet bird, becomes accustomed to people with time. Colonies in large aviaries possible.

Captive Status:
Uncommon

Longevity:
As with other Pyrrhura species probably between 15-25 yrs.

Housing:
Aviary or suspended enclosure, minimum length 2m (6.5 ft).

Enrichment:
Provide planted aviary if possible, and provide bird-safe chewable wood and toys. Enjoys bathing, so provide overhead misters or shallow water bowls.

Nest Box Size:
8" x 8" x 28" (20.3cm x 20.3cm x 71cm) vertical box.

Clutch Size:
4 or 5

Incubation Time:
23 days

Fledging Age:
7 weeks

Hatch Weight:
Not available

Peak Weight:
Not available

Weaning Weight:
Not available

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

More Info Sites:
http://www.arndt-verlag.com/projekt/birds_3.cgi?Desc=E256.htm&Pic=256_1.JPG

http://birdcare.com.au/maroon_tailed_conure.htm

http://www.avianweb.com/maroontailedconure.html