Bright, intelligent parrots try to copy the habits of their owners and are able to learn words or phrases in different languages. These are the oldest birds, which for the first time in India began to be tamed and elevated to a cult for their ability to speak.
The soldiers of Alexander the Great transported parrots to Europe, where they quickly became popular. Now there are more than 350 species.
There are many types of talking parrots distinguished by a number of characteristics: size, weight, color of feathers and the presence of a crest, as well as the shape of the beak.
Macaw
The top three intellectuals are closed by the Macaw; the male of extraordinary beauty grows up to 50 cm. His beak is huge and curved in a semicircle.
Ara lives up to 60 years.
Homeland - America, has a moat of 36 species.
He can learn up to 20 words, but perfectly imitates rain, barking, etc. He inserts words into a conversation to the point.
Character: calm, but loud voice.
Jaco
The second name is Gray Parrot. With a length of about 35 centimeters, the wingspan reaches 65 centimeters. It has two dominant colors in the plumage: gray main color and red in the tail plumage. Lives in the large forests of West Africa.
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During the day they search for food, which consists of oil palm fruits, and in the evening they choose a tall tree to roost for the night. Enormous harm to the population is caused by the mass capture of parrots for further illegal sale.
The popularity of the species is due to its attractive appearance and ability to repeat the human voice. Life expectancy can be more than forty years.
Laurie
Capable, handsome Lories have, they can repeat up to 70 words themselves, up to 35 cm. A small red beak, there are 62 species.
On average, Loris live up to 20 years.
They are found in Australia, the Philippines, and the forests of Indonesia.
They gained the reputation of “screamers and slobs.” They throw food around and shout in a shrill, squeaky voice.
Droppings and food debris around the cage will have to be removed every day.
Unusually varied bright colors, but demanding temperatures of +20o C.
But Lories are peaceful, love children, will never harm them, and do not bite.
Habitat territories
The habitat of this exotic bird is extremely wide. Preferably lives in tropical and subtropical climates. The largest population lives in Australia, the bird's probable homeland. Also common in Asia, India, Africa, South and Central America.
But lovers of warm countries, parrots, are also found in more extreme conditions, for example, at an altitude of more than 4 thousand meters in the Andes.
Also, birds that have undergone acclimatization have inhabited the territory of Western Europe, where their large flocks exceed several thousand individuals.
Cockatoo
A good imitator is Cockatoo, grows up to 60 cm, has a strong curved beak, which can damage wooden objects, even thin cage bars.
Life of a cockatoo up to 40 years.
The difference is a large crest of white, yellow or pink color. When excited, the bird will fluff up its crest.
Its homeland is Australia, Indonesia, New Guinea. There are 21 species of these birds.
Kakadu's memory is rather weak, it can remember up to 10 words and 2-3 phrases, but it can perform tricks. But he will imitate the sounds he hears.
A devoted bird cannot stand being alone for a long time; for example, an owner’s business trip can cause her great stress. They may refuse to eat or drink or pluck their feathers.
It is imperative to teach from an early age that if there are small children in the house, it is better to choose another parrot. He doesn't like children and can be aggressive. If you accidentally offend, he bites painfully and takes revenge. He understands only affection and persuasion.
Number of species in the world
Parrots are one of the most recognizable and attractive birds in the world. About 400 species of parrots exist in the world. They can be distinguished from other birds by their main characteristics.
This:
- powerful curved beak;
- paws with four toes, two of which are facing back, two - forward;
- ringing voice;
- bright color of plumage.
In our article we will look at the most common breeds of parrots with photos and names.
Eclectus
Laconic, but brightly colored Eclectus up to 37 cm. Males are often blue and green (beak red or yellow), and females are red with various inclusions (beak black). Therefore, the gender is easy to distinguish.
Lives up to 40 years.
Homeland - islands: Salamon, Moluccas and Taninbar. Also found in Australia and New Guinea.
Very calm, flexible in character, he received the name “noble”. It can love the owners more than the female. Affectionate, loves attention, loves to communicate with the owner. Very smart, the male makes contact more easily. They scream extremely rarely.
It is easy to learn how to clean: put back fallen food, put small items in a box.
Other interesting species
Monk
The monk is a very hardy bird, able to survive in cold climates. A medium-sized individual can live 20-30 years in captivity. Monks are very proud. Capable of holding a grudge.
These birds are delightfully funny and are often called little clowns. Able to make friends with children and pets. Monks have excellent memories. With constant training, the vocabulary of these birds can reach up to 100 words.
Kakapo
A special bird. The only member of the family who cannot fly. In addition, kakapo is nocturnal. The length of the parrot's body reaches 60 cm.
It is possible to tame a bird, but they do not reproduce in captivity. In addition, kakapo are on the verge of extinction and are listed in the Red Book.
Kea
The origin of the name is interesting: the syllables “kea” are the only thing this bird can pronounce. Kea is a predator. Often shows aggression. Capable of attacking a person. These parrots are not suitable for home keeping.
Fan
Medium sized individual. The plumage is motley. When the bird is frightened or excited, the feathers around its neck rise like a fan, forming a collar. It is rare in captivity - few people can afford it due to its high price.
Friendliness is the main trait that will surprise anyone when meeting a fan parrot. He is very affectionate. Speech is poorly taught. Vocabulary at best is 5-10 words.
Senegalese
A very quiet and calm bird. The dark head is an external feature of these small birds with green plumage. Adapts well to captivity. Establishes contact with all family members. We don't teach speech. In captivity, it lives up to 50 years. Nutrition is arranged according to the usual scheme developed for feeding small breeds of parrots.
Nestor
Homeland: New Zealand. Large birds of prey. This species has long been listed in the Red Book. They have dark olive plumage and a curved, pointed beak. Life expectancy is 30-40 years. It is not in demand among parrot breeders.
Lovebirds
Birds with a large head, grow up to 17 cm. Most often greenish in color, some parts of the body are yellow, pink or blue. Able to learn up to 15 words.
Lives up to 20 years.
Birds come from Madagascar and Africa, 7 species in total.
The bird can bite with its powerful beak and quickly runs along trees and other vertical objects.
The birds got their name for their devotion to their partners. If 1 bird dies, the second one may also die from melancholy and despair.
Starting training from the 1st month, sick from loneliness and lack of owner.
Parrots: Rosella and Corella talk a little.
Maintenance and care
Keeping parrots at home does not involve any particular difficulty. The very first purchase for a pet should be a spacious cage - all-metal and simple, rectangular in shape, 5 times the size of the bird, with a good lock.
The cage must be placed in a bright, wind-free room, and it is advisable to cover it with a blanket at night. Maintaining silence will allow the bird to feel comfortable.
The parrot's cage is equipped with the necessary items and toys - rings, swings, bells, perches - for activity, mirrors - for the desire to talk. Daily cleaning is part of caring for your pet. This includes washing the tray, feeder and drinking bowl, and replacing the bedding.
The parrot must be let out of the cage to fly. Communication is an important part of caring for your pet. When a bird gets bored, it begins to pluck out its feathers and becomes sad, for this reason it is necessary to devote half an hour to it twice a day.
For the reproduction of parrots and the appearance of chicks, it is necessary:
- choose the right pair of parrots;
- age of individuals from 12 months;
- the presence of a nest or house - each pair has its own nest;
- proper fortified diet;
- temperature 22 degrees, humidity 60%.
Egg laying and incubation period is approximately 1-2 months.
Budgerigars
They distinguish up to 150 pictures per second and repeat up to 150 words. But it’s difficult to understand, it’s just an imitation without awareness. But you can teach children's easy rhymes; they speak funny and slurred, sometimes rearranging words (phrases). Males learn easier and faster than females.
They will live up to 15 years, imported from Australia.
The smallest ones are up to 19 cm, the colors of parrots are 200 shades.
Good-natured birds are cute and charming. They constantly chirp pleasantly, easily get used to new surroundings, and do not require care.
Important! It is forbidden to feed all parrots: avocados or chocolates, give alcohol and salt. It's poison for birds!
You can see parrots of all kinds in the photo. Having learned in detail how to care for a parrot and its character, you can decide on a purchase. If you have no experience, it is better to buy undemanding budgies.
Where is the best place to buy
Having decided on the type of parrot to keep at home, you should choose the place of purchase. You can buy a feathered pet in several places:
- by hand according to an advertisement;
- in a pet store, at a poultry market;
- in a nursery or from a reputable breeder.
All options have advantages and disadvantages. When purchased second hand, the bird will be inexpensive, but its health may be poor. In a pet store or at a bird market there is less risk of buying an unhealthy parrot, but there is no question of raising a pet. The best (albeit the most expensive) option would be to buy from a nursery or from a professional breeder. In this case, the parrots will have good health, the necessary vaccinations and documents. Both nurseries and breeders are involved in raising birds, they know the character traits of each pet and can select a suitable individual.
Photos of parrots
Lifestyle Features
Parrots have chosen their main arboreal existence. They prefer to settle in tropical forests, less often on plains. Some species live in the mountains. The bird is active during the daytime, during which it hunts for food.
The basis of the diet is a variety of plant foods: seeds, fruits, berries, and so on, but they can also eat animal food - various insects and their larvae.
