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Amazon Parrot
IntermediateMedium-large parrot from South America. Excellent talker and singer. Less destructive than cockatoos — good large parrot entry.
Difficulty
Intermediate
Temperature
15〜30℃
Lifespan
40-60 years
Size
30-40cm
Humidity
40〜60%
Diet
Pellets, vegetables, fruits, nuts
About
Amazon parrots are a group of medium to large parrots in the genus Amazona, native to the Americas, primarily from Mexico and Central America through South America. They are characterised predominantly by green plumage with contrasting patches of colour on the head and wings. Amazon parrots are renowned for their vocal abilities, including a talent for mimicking speech and songs, and are among the most popular large parrots kept as pets worldwide.
Basic Info
Origin
Mexico, Central America, and South America
Lifespan
40-60 years
Size
30-40cm
Temperature
15〜30℃
Humidity
40〜60%
Diet
Pellets, vegetables, fruits, nuts
Care Guide
Cage
Large cage. 60cm+ recommended
Talking
Excellent at singing and talking
Temperament
Cheerful and active. Somewhat stubborn
Calls & Media
Calls / Song
さえずり · © Robson Silva e Silva · xeno-canto XC1043456 (CC BY-NC 4.0)
地鳴き · © JAYRSON ARAUJO DE OLIVEIRA · xeno-canto XC974404 (CC BY-NC 4.0)
Sources: xeno-canto
References & Sources
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Primary sources
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