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Santarem Conure (Pyrrhura amazonum)
Also Known As: Santarem Parakeet, Hellmayr's Conure or Parakeet
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Care in Captivity
Pet Suitability:Active, not too noisy unless startled or animated. New birds shy and nervous at first, and may remain so. Will mix with other Pyrrhura sp in aviary setting.
Captive Status:
Uncommon
Longevity:
13-15 yrs
Housing:
Aviary or suspended enclosure, minimum length 2m (6.5 ft).
Enrichment:
Enjoys bathing, socializing with other conure species, chewing bird-safe wood, wood toys and branches, swings, puzzles toys, foraging toys, ladders, swings and different sized perches.
Nest Box Size:
Vertical box 8" x 8" x 28" (20.3cm x 20.3cm x 71.1cm) or nest log.
Clutch Size:
5-7
Incubation Time:
23 days
Fledging Age:
40-51 days
Hatch Weight:
Not available
Peak Weight:
Not available
Weaning Weight:
Not available
Link to Specialist Club:
http://www.conure.org/species.htm
More Info Sites:
http://www.arndt-verlag.com/projekt/birds_3.cgi?Desc=E252.htm&Pic=252_1.JPG>
http://www.centralpets.com/animals/birds/parrots/prt1352.html
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