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Neophema pulchella
Beautiful small parrot from Australia. Turquoise face, green body, and red shoulder patch. Quiet and gentle temperament. Ideal for aviary keeping.
The turquoisine parakeet is a small parrot native to southeastern Australia. The male is distinctively coloured with a turquoise face, green body, and red wing patch, while the female is more subtly marked. It inhabits grasslands and open woodlands and feeds primarily on seeds. In aviculture, the turquoisine is valued for its attractive plumage and gentle temperament.
The Turquoisine Parakeet lives 10-15 years.
The Turquoisine Parakeet grows to 20-22cm.
The ideal temperature for the Turquoisine Parakeet is 15〜28℃. Ideal humidity is 40〜60%.
Origin
southeastern Australia
Lifespan
10-15 years
Size
20-22cm
Temperature
15〜28℃
Humidity
40〜60%
Turquoise (Neophema pulchella) color morphs. Yellow is more popular than the wild-type. Opaline and Cinnamon are sex-linked and marked recessive in this schema. Yellow inheritance is omitted as authoritative sources are unavailable.
Sources: AvianLife: Spotlight on Turquoise Parrot Mutations / AFA Watchbird: Some Australian Parrot Mutations
A curated selection of notable morphs. Inheritance modes are a breeding-planning guide; actual appearance varies with combos.
Calls / Song
Call · © Greg McLachlan · xeno-canto XC365310 (CC BY-NC 4.0)
Sources: xeno-canto
Edited & verified by: BreederDirect editorial team
The taxonomic, regulatory, and husbandry data on this page are compiled and verified against the authoritative primary sources below.
Accepted name: Neophema pulchella (Shaw, 1792)
Synonyms: Psittacus pulchellus
Authority databases: GBIF
Nomenclature follows global taxonomic authority databases.
Neophema pulchella. Psittaciformes (parrot order) are collectively listed in CITES Appendix II, except for species subject to Appendix I and 4 species excepted by notation. This species is subject to that Appendix II designation.
Sources: CITES Appendices (valid from 25.05.2024) / CITES Psittaciformes spp. Appendix II Annotation
Regulations may change. Always verify the latest information with the relevant authorities.
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Seeds, pellets, greens, small amounts of fruit
Flight cage recommended. Ground-foraging behavior
Very gentle with quiet vocalizations
Breeds in nest boxes. Color mutations available
Can be stress-sensitive. Maintain quiet environment
Intermediate. This is an intermediate-level species. Some prior experience and knowledge of environmental management are recommended.
The ideal temperature for Turquoisine Parakeet is 15〜28℃. Recommended humidity is 40〜60%. Avoid sudden temperature changes and maintain a stable environment.
The average lifespan of Turquoisine Parakeet is 10-15 years. With proper care and nutrition, they can live a long and healthy life.
Turquoisine Parakeet typically reaches 20-22cm as an adult. Size may vary depending on care conditions and individual genetics.
Turquoisine Parakeet feeds on: Seeds, pellets, greens, small amounts of fruit. Aim for a balanced diet with appropriate feeding frequency.
The price of Turquoisine Parakeet varies significantly depending on variety, age, sex, and the individual animal's condition. Check our market price page for the latest pricing information.
Last updated: June 24, 2026