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Red-winged Parrot  (Aprosmictus erythropterus)

Also Known As: Crimson-winged Parrot, Red-winged or Crimson-winged Lory, Blood-winged Parrot, King Parrot, Red-wing, Crimson-wing
 
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Crimson (or Red-winged) parrot

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Care in Captivity
Pet Suitability:
Active, acrobatic; require a large aviary with a lot of perches. Male may be aggressive to female. Fairly quiet and shy.

Captive Status:
Fairly common in Australia, less so elsewhere.

Longevity:
30-50yrs

Housing:
Walk-in enclosure, minimum length 3m (9.8 ft).

Enrichment:
Provide as big an aviary as possible, with many perches and fresh branches for chewing; provide water bowls for bathing. This species is acrobatic so also supply swings, different sized perches and ladders for climbing.

Nest Box Size:
Nest log or deep vertical box with inside diameter of 11-12" (28-30.5cm).

Clutch Size:
3-6

Incubation Time:
21 days

Fledging Age:
5-6 weeks

Hatch Weight:
8g (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.centralpets.com/animals/birds/parrots/prt1116.html

http://www.arndt-verlag.com/projekt/birds_3.cgi?Desc=E115.htm&Pic=115_1.JPG

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

http://www.avianweb.com/aprosmictus.htm