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Senegal Parrot
BeginnerSenegal parrot
A calm Poicephalus parrot with quiet voice. Ideal companion for single-person households.
Difficulty
Beginner
Temperature
15〜30℃
Lifespan
25-35 years
Size
22-25cm
Humidity
40〜60%
Diet
Pellets, Seeds, Vegetables, Fruits
About
The Senegal parrot is a parrot which is a resident breeder across a wide range of west Africa. It makes migrations within west Africa, according to the availability of the fruit, seeds and blossoms which make up its diet. It is considered a farm pest in Africa, often feeding on maize or millet. It is popular in aviculture.
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Basic Info
Origin
West Africa
Lifespan
25-35 years
Size
22-25cm
Temperature
15〜30℃
Humidity
40〜60%
Diet
Pellets, Seeds, Vegetables, Fruits
Care Guide
Housing
Can be kept in medium cage
Vocalization
Quiet, suitable for apartments
Sociality
Bonds deeply with owner but prefers one person
Calls & Media
Calls / Song
さえずり · © GABRIEL LEITE · xeno-canto XC954136 (CC BY-NC 4.0)
地鳴き · © Peter Boesman · xeno-canto XC1081353 (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: Senegal parrot (Linnaeus, 1766)
Synonyms: Psittacus senegalus
Authority databases: GBIF
Nomenclature follows global taxonomic authority databases.
Regulations & Conservation Status
CITES 附属書II
Poicephalus senegalus。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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