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Care in Captivity

Pet Suitability:
Quiet, active parrot. Shy at first, then more accustomed to keeper. Avoid disturbance with this species as it may cause panic with risk of hitting mesh with head. Very susceptible to infection and stress during acclimatisation. Introduce new food carefully.

Captive Status:
Fairly frequently seen in aviculture.

Longevity:
25yrs

Housing:
Planted large aviary 3 x 1 x 2m (9.8 x 3.3 x 6.5 ft) minimum; may be kept in communal aviary with other birds, but not other Forpus species.

Enrichment:
Provide unsprayed flowering, willow or elder branches for hiding in and chewing. Provide overhead misters and shallow water bowls for bathing. Provide many perches and ropes for climbing.

Nest Box Size:
Vertical nest box 15cm x 15cm x 25cm (4 x 4 x 10 in).

Clutch Size:
3 or more eggs.

Incubation Time:
19 days

Fledging Age:
4-5 weeks

Hatch Weight:
Not available

Peak Weight:
Not available

Weaning Weight:
Not available

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


More Info Sites:
http://www.arndt-verlag.com/projekt/birds_3.cgi?Desc=E271.htm&Pic=271_1.JPG