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Masked Shining Parrot  (Prosopeia personata)

Also Known As: Masked Parrot, Masked Musk Parrot, Yellow-breasted Musk Parrot
 
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Masked Shining Parrot perched

Credit: © Dr. Paddy Ryan | http://www.ryanphotographic.com/
 
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Parrots as Pets
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Care in Captivity
Pet Suitability:
Quiet during the day, becoming more vocal towards evening. May learn to mimic other animals.

Captive Status:
Rarely found in aviculture.

Longevity:
Not available

Housing:
Walk-in enclosure 5 x 1 x 2m (16.4 x 3.3 6.5 ft).

Enrichment:
Supply fresh bird safe woods and branches. Enjoys bathing. Enjoys chewing buds and flowers off branches.

Nest Box Size:
Vertical box 12" x 12" x 40" (30.5cm x 30.5cm x 101.6cm).

Clutch Size:
Not available

Incubation Time:
Not available

Fledging Age:
Not available

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=E111.htm&Pic=111_1.JPG