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Quaker Parrot (Monk Parakeet)
IntermediateMyiopsitta monachus
Green and grey medium parrot. Very sociable and good talker. Unique habit of building huge communal nests from twigs.
Difficulty
Intermediate
Temperature
15〜30℃
Lifespan
20-30 years
Size
28-30cm
Humidity
40〜60%
Diet
Pellets, seeds, vegetables, fruits
About
The monk parakeet, also known as the Quaker parrot, is a species of true parrot in the family Psittacidae. It is native to the temperate to subtropical areas of Argentina and the surrounding South American countries. Its monk-grey chest and green plumage are distinctive. The monk parakeet is notable for building large communal stick nests, a behaviour unique among parrots. It is highly vocal and has demonstrated strong ability to mimic human speech, making it a popular companion bird.
Basic Info
Origin
Argentina and surrounding South America
Lifespan
20-30 years
Size
28-30cm
Temperature
15〜30℃
Humidity
40〜60%
Diet
Pellets, seeds, vegetables, fruits
Care Guide
Cage
45cm+. Provide plenty of toys
Talking
Excellent talker
Social
Strong attachment to owner
Morphs (Varieties)
オキナインコの代表的な色変異。伴性遺伝は本スキーマ上 recessive と表記。
RecessiveVisual only with two copies; one copy = het (carrier).
BlueCinnamonLutinoPallid
A curated selection of notable morphs. Inheritance modes are a breeding-planning guide; actual appearance varies with combos.
Calls & Media
Calls / Song
さえずり · © Aladdin · xeno-canto XC1076846 (CC BY-NC 4.0)
地鳴き · © Manuel Grosselet-Edgar del valle-Rebeca Martinez · xeno-canto XC1070681 (CC BY-NC 4.0)
Sources: xeno-canto
References & Sources
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.
Taxonomy & Authority
Accepted name: Myiopsitta monachus (Boddaert, 1783)
Synonyms: Psittacus monachus
Authority databases: GBIF
Nomenclature follows global taxonomic authority databases.
Regulations & Conservation Status
CITES 附属書II
Myiopsitta monachus。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)
Regulations may change. Always verify the latest information with the relevant authorities.
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