Parrots are the most beautiful species in the world. There are about more than 400 species are found all across the world. They have different sizes and colors. But we can keep only 20 parrot species as pet. Because every each type of parrots has not kept as pet birds.
As most parrots are the most intelligence species. Their like to bond with their owners. They cuddle with their owners. They they have different sizes, colors which varies from spaces to species. As a parrot owner for 8 years, here I will tell you the sizes of different parrot species from small to large.
- Very small 5 inches
- Small 6 to 9 inches
- Medium 10 to 16 inches
- Large 17 to 32 inches
In this article, I will tell you:
- Different types of parrots
- Frequently asked questions
Let’s start without wasting time!
Parakeets
Parakeets are the most favorite parrot species of parrot lovers. They are very popular all around the world. After getting proper training parakeets become affectionate friends of their owners. They are the smallest parrot species And it is a good choice for beginners.
They have different colors on their feathers. They are very active and playful parrot species. They mimic many words spoken by their owners. They love when their owners play tricks on them. They make a very beautiful chirping sound. As a parrot owner, it is prefer to a teach only one parakeet at a time. The reason is that pair or more than pair parakeets will need a lot of attention.
Characteristics
- Weight: 1 ounce
- Size: 6 inches
- Age: 8 to 16 years
- Color: Blue, violet black yellow green
Cockatiels
Cockatiels are the emotional parrot species. They communicate frequently with their owners and all people around them. With proper training your parrot speaks words and phrases. Female cocktails are very gentle species while male cocktails mimic frequently. They lie in Class: Aves, Domain: Eukaryota, Family: Cacatuidae and Genus: Nymphicus.
Characteristics
- Weight: 3 ounces
- Size: 13 inches
- Age: 20 years
Hyacinth Macaws
Hyacinth macaws are the largest parrot species. They are the social and cuddly parrot. Every one cannot adopt this parrot. This parrot handling requires a lot of training. If you trained well, then you can handle hyacinth macaws.
They lie in Class: Aves, Domain: Eukaryota, Family: Psittacidae and Genus: Anodorhynchus.
They have a cobalt blue color that is eye- catching and attractive for all parrot lovers. They have a higher price as compared to other parrots. They need a huge space to live. They are lifelong friends for their owners.
Characteristics
- Weight: 42 to 51 ounces
- Size: 40 inches
- Age: 30 years
African Gray Parrots
African gray parrots are the smallest bird species. For first time, it is a bad choice for parrot owners to keep african gray parrots as pets. African gray parrots have a very short memory and a huge vocabulary. They want to speak like their owners and show their emotions. They have a very beautiful gray color on their body and red on their tail and feathers.
African gray parrots can trained; they like to cuddle with their owner. Nowadays, their demand increases due to their attractive and catching nature.
African gray parrots are very intelligent parrot species. They can train with positive free enforcement. Proper training will lead your parrot to a good pet friend. Demand for African gray parrots is increasing day by day due to their friendly nature.
Characteristics
- Weight: 18 ounces
- Size: 13 inches
- Age: 30 years
Quaker Parrots
Quaker parrots are native to America and Europe. They are the cuddly parrot. As a parrot owner, if you spend most of your time with quaker parrot, then it can start bonding with you. Quaker parrots are very social parrots. They also have the ability to bond with strangers.
Because they have a very friendly and loving nature. Quaker parrots speak very frequently and they have a very huge vocabulary.
They lies in Class: Aves, Order: Psittaciformes, Genus: Myiopsitta and Species: M. monachus.
If you are adopting a Quaker parrot for the first time, then it is not a good choice. Due to lack of training, it will lead your quaker parrot to many disorders. Sometimes, it may lead to aggression and depression occurs.
Characteristics
- Weight: 100 grams
- Size: 12 inches
- Age: 30 years
Senegal Parrots
Senegal parrots are found in West Africa. They are found in every corner of West Africa. So, we cannot estimate the exact population due to a very large number of their existence. Senegal parrots are sensitive. They feel fear when humans touch them.
They come under pressure when human beings surround their cage. Their tail is short as compared to their large head and beaks. This parrot can cuddle with you, if you get them at a very small age. Then this parrot species will entertain you and show love and affection.
They lie in:
- Domain: Eukaryota
- Kingdom: Animalia
- Phylum: Chordata
- Class: Aves
- Order: Psittaciformes
- Family: Psittacidae
- Genus: Poicephalus
- Species: P. senegalus
Characteristics
- Weight: 180 grams
- Size: 9 inches
- Age: 30 years
Pacific Parrotlet
Pacific parrotlets are the beautiful parrot species. They are native to South America. They have a very loving nature. They have a very beautiful pink color. It attracts parrot lovers and is the major reason for adopting this parrot.
They show care, love and affection for human beings they come closer to their human owners. They have a good memory and vocabulary. They show great response in reaction to the human touch.
They lie in:
- Domain: Eukaryota
- Kingdom: Animalia
- Phylum: Chordata
- Class: Aves
- Order: Psittaciformes
- Family: Psittacidae
- Genus: Forpus
- Species: F. coelestis
Characteristics
- Weight: 26 grams
- Size: 6 inches
- Age: 25 years
Eclectus Parrots
Eclectus parrots are native to Australia and New Guinea. They can differentiated on the basis of their large heads as compared to other parrots. They have a very short tail. They are very caring, loving and gentle in parrot species. They love to play with their owners and their things. They are also considered as the quiet is parrot species.
They lie in:
- Domain: Eukaryota
- Kingdom: Animalia
- Phylum: Chordata
- Family: Psittaculidae
- Class: Aves
- Order: Psittaciformes
- Genus: Eclectus
- Species: E. roratus
Male and female eclectus can differentiated on the basis of their color on their body and wings. Most male electricity has green feathers and orange beak. But female eclectus have red feathers and a blue beak.
Characteristics
- Weight: 400 to 500 grams
- Size: up to 14 inches
- Age: 40 years
Yellow-Naped Amazon Parrots
Yellow naped amazon parrots are native to Mexico and Central America. It is an endangered parrot species which is declared according to IUCN red list. Named Amazon are very loving and affectionate parrot species.
Yellow Naped Amazon lie in:
- Domain: Eukaryota
- Kingdom: Animalia
- Phylum: Chordata
- Class: Aves
- Order: Psittaciformes
- Family: Psittacidae
- Genus: Amazona
- Species: A. oratrix
They requires a lot of training to talk with their owner. If it is your first experience to take yellow napped amazon to your home as a pet parrot, then it is not a good choice. Usually the male yellow napped amazon shows aggressive behavior.
Characteristics
- Weight: Up to 650 grams
- Size: 14 inches
- Age: 80 years
Conures
Green cheeked conures are native to South America. They are very social. They can form a bond with their owner. They have a very charming personality. They attracts all bird lovers parrot lovers. They are very intelligent. The like to play with their owners.
Green checked conures are quiet species as compared to other parrot species. They have a very small vocabulary and they find it difficult to learn words or phrases. Green cheeked conures are perfect choice. If you are searching for a friendly companion that is small in size.
Characteristics
- Weight: 2 – 3 ounces
- Size: 20 inches
- Age: 20 years
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Name Types of Parrots That Talk.
The most common types of parrots that talk:
- African Grey Parrot
- Amazon Parrot
- Budgerigar (Budgie)
- Indian Ringneck Parakeet
- Eclectus Parrot
- Quaker Parrot (Monk Parakeet)
Name Types of Green Parrots.
Here, I will tell you names of green parrots that are famous for their striking green plumage.
- Amazon Parrot
- Indian Ringneck Parakeet
- Quaker Parrot
- Green-cheeked Conure
- Military Macaw
- Great Green Macaw
Thanks for Reading!
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I’m Amna, and I absolutely adore birds, especially parrots. I’ve been immersed in the world of these colorful feathered friends for over 10 years. While I’m not a bird doctor, I’ve gathered a wealth of knowledge on how to care for and understand them.
My experiences extend to various bird species like parrots, macaws, cockatoos, canaries, and finches. In addition to my personal adventures with birds, I’ve dedicated time to volunteering at a local bird rehabilitation center.
My true passion lies in sharing what I know about parrots and birds with you. Through my articles, I aim to share the information you need to provide the very best care for your avian companions. So, let’s embark on this journey together and make your feathered friends’ lives as joyful and healthy as possible!