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Care in Captivity

Pet Suitability:
Very lively and active parrot. Can be aggressive to others of its own species. May be intitially shy, but soon becomes accustomed to keeper. New birds are susceptible to stress and disease.

Captive Status:
Rare in captivity.

Longevity:
Not available

Housing:
Aviary with well-drained concrete floor, or indoor enclosure 1.2m (4 ft) long in tiled room and floor.

Enrichment:
Vigorous chewer so provide bird-safe, unsprayed flowering, fir, willow or pine branches, heat-sterlized pine cones, wooden block toys (changed frequently), foraging/puzzle toys. Also enjoys bathing so provide overhead misters or shallow bowls of water.

Nest Box Size:
Vertical box 7" x 7" x 14" (17.8cm x 17.8cm x 35.5cm).

Clutch Size:
2

Incubation Time:
23 days

Fledging Age:
7 weeks

Hatch Weight:
3-4g (0.1-0.15 oz)

Peak Weight:
38g (1.3 oz)

Weaning Weight:
30-35g (1-1.2 oz)

Link to Specialist Club:
http://www.lorikeets.com/

More Info Sites:
http://www.avianweb.com/redflankedlorikeets.html