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Short-tailed Parrot  (Graydidascalus brachyurus)

 
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Profile of Short-tailed Parrot (Graydidascalus bracayurus)

Credit: © Jonker/Innemee Araproject | http://www.araproject.nl
 
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Parrots as Pets
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Care in Captivity
Pet Suitability:
Can be noisy. New birds are susceptible to stress and disease. May be kept in colony. Becomes accustomed to keeper fairly rapidly.

Captive Status:
Rare

Longevity:
Not available

Housing:
In a secluded location: aviary or suspended enclosure, minimum length 2m (6.5 ft).

Enrichment:
Not available

Nest Box Size:
Vertical box 8" x 8" x 16" (20.3cm x 20.3cm x 40.6cm).

Clutch Size:
3-4

Incubation Time:
24-25 days

Fledging Age:
Not available

Hatch Weight:
Not available

Peak Weight:
Not available

Weaning Weight:
Not available

More Info Sites:
http://www.itis.gov/servlet/SingleRpt/SingleRpt?search_topic=TSN&search_value=177772

http://www.arndt-verlag.com/projekt/birds_3.cgi?Desc=E305.htm&Pic=305_1.JPG