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Barred parakeet
Calm and gentle small parakeet. Quiet voice suitable for apartments. Uniquely prefers walking to flying.
The barred parakeet, also known as the lineolated parakeet or the Catherine parakeet, is a small psittaciforme bird found in the highland forests of tropical Latin America. Its plumage is mostly green, with multiple black or dark green stripes and bars and a pale, peach-colored bill. The darker stripes vary in prominence and intensity between the two subspecies. Several color mutations (morphs) are available in aviculture, as it has become a popular captive bird species.
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Origin
highland forests of tropical Latin America
Lifespan
10-15 years
Size
15-17cm
Temperature
15〜30℃
Humidity
40〜60%
Parrot pellets, seeds, vegetables
35cm+
Gentle and calm. Weak bite
サザナミインコ(Bolborhynchus lineola)の代表的な色変異。グリーン系/ブルー系の系統に分かれる。イノ(ルチノー/クリームイノ)は伴性遺伝で本スキーマ上 recessive と表記。ダークファクターは不完全優性。
Sources: Lineolated Parakeet Society: Colors / Lafeber: Love of Linnies
A curated selection of notable morphs. Inheritance modes are a breeding-planning guide; actual appearance varies with combos.
Calls / Song
さえずり · © Manuel Sánchez-Nivicela · xeno-canto XC1010431 (CC BY-NC 4.0)
地鳴き · © José · xeno-canto XC1060162 (CC BY-NC 4.0)
Sources: xeno-canto
Edited & verified by: br-choku editorial team
The taxonomic, regulatory, and husbandry data on this page are compiled and verified against the authoritative primary sources below.
Accepted name: Barred parakeet (Cassin, 1853)
Authority databases: GBIF
Nomenclature follows global taxonomic authority databases.
Bolborhynchus lineola。Psittaciformes(オウム目)は CITES 附属書II に一括掲載(附属書I 該当種・及び注記除外4種を除く)。本種はその附属書II適用。
Sources: CITES Appendices (valid from 25.05.2024) / CITES Psittaciformes spp. 附属書II注記(Appendix-II annotation)
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Very quiet — soft chirping
Loves walking — provide flat play area
Sensitive to humidity — maintain dry environment
Beginner. This is a beginner-friendly species. No special equipment or experience is required, and it can be kept successfully with basic care setup.
The ideal temperature for Lineolated Parakeet is 15〜30℃. Recommended humidity is 40〜60%. Avoid sudden temperature changes and maintain a stable environment.
The average lifespan of Lineolated Parakeet is 10-15 years. With proper care and nutrition, they can live a long and healthy life.
Lineolated Parakeet typically reaches 15-17cm as an adult. Size may vary depending on care conditions and individual genetics.
Lineolated Parakeet feeds on: Parrot pellets, seeds, vegetables. Aim for a balanced diet with appropriate feeding frequency.
The price of Lineolated Parakeet varies significantly depending on morph, size, and lineage. Check our market price page for the latest pricing information.
Last updated: June 23, 2026