jandaya parakeet

Appearance

The Jandaya conure is a medium-sized long-tailed parrot measuring up to 30 cm in length with an orange head and neck. Appearing superficially similar to the Sun Parakeet, the Jandaya conure can be identified from its entirely green lesser wing-coverts, mantle and vent, in contrast to the rich yellow plumage of the Sun conure. While the Jandaya conure has a very loud, shrill call it may not have the high pitch of a Sun conure.

Reproduction

Jandaya Parakeets nest in tree hollows, typically choosing a location at least 15 m from the ground. In captivity, the hen lays 3–6 eggs, which she will then incubate for approximately 26 days. The young are fed by both parents and fledge after two months.

Cultural

The Jandaya Parakeet can live up to 30 years in captivity. Like many of the parakeet species commonly kept as companion parrots, Jandaya Parakeets are known for their intelligence and can be trained to perform pet-like behaviors. These small parrots can often learn to mimic sounds including words and even phrases.

Jandaya Parakeets are social and generally stay in flocks. They are very loud and call to each other frequently. A diet that consists of a variety of seeds, fresh fruits, and small nuts. Things that are toxic to Jandaya Parakeets include chocolate, and caffeine and a chemical often found in avocados.