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Care in Captivity

Pet Suitability:
Active parrot; needs extra space due to tendency to become lethargic in small cage. Medium noise level. Changes to diet must occur slowly. Has tendency to internal parasites due to propensity for ground dwelling.

Captive Status:
Rare

Longevity:
15-25yrs

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

Enrichment:
Not a vigorous chewer; provide ladders, swings, ropes and puzzle/foraging toys. Provide overhead misters or shallow water bowls for bathing.

Nest Box Size:
Nest log 10" (25.4cm) around and 4-5' (1.5-2m) deep.

Clutch Size:
3-4

Incubation Time:
21 days

Fledging Age:
8 weeks

Hatch Weight:
About 8-9g (0.3 oz)

Peak Weight:
Not available

Weaning Weight:
Not available

Link to Specialist Club:
http://www.birds.org.au/

More Info Sites:
http://www.birdhealth.com.au/bird/parrot/aspets.html#king

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

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