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Moluccan King Parrot  (Alisterus amboinensis)

Also Known As: Amboina King Parrot, Ambon King Parrot, Island King Parrot, Red Parakeet, Salawati King Parrot (A.a. dorsalis)
 
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Moluccan King Parrot (Alisterus amboinensis buruensis) under tree cover

Credit: (c) Mehd Halaouate | http://www.indonesien.nu/indonesieneng/index.shtml
 
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Parrots as Pets
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Care in Captivity
Pet Suitability:
Nervous, more of an aviary bird than a pet; if in large aviary male will perform elaborate flight displays for hens.

Captive Status:
Occasionally available

Longevity:
Probably 30-40 yrs.

Housing:
Walk-in enclosure, minimum length 4.5m (14.7 ft).

Enrichment:
Not available

Nest Box Size:
Vertical box 90-120cm x 25-30cm (35-47 x 10-12 in).

Clutch Size:
3

Incubation Time:
21 days

Fledging Age:
8-9 weeks

Hatch Weight:
7-9g (0.2-0.3 oz)

Peak Weight:
189-225g (6.6-7.9 oz)

Weaning Weight:
168-213g (5.9-7.5 oz)

More Info Sites:
http://www.centralpets.com/animals/birds/parrots/prt1110.html

http://www.birdcare.com.au/moluccan_king_parrot.htm

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