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    Pionus Parrots
General:
    The pleasant Pionus is a next to perfect parrot for anyone young or old.
    They have a gentle, fairly quite disposition, and are a joy to be around.
    They can learn to speak a few words but it is there pleasing personality
    that makes them a great companion parrot.


    Environment:
    Pionus parrots originate from Central and South America. There are 8
    species, but only 5 species are commonly kept in the United States. These
    include the Blue Headed (Pionus menstruus, White Capped (P.senillis),
    Maxmilian (P.maxmiliani), Dusky (P.fuscus) and Bronze Winged (P.
    chalcopterus). The Coral-Billed Pionus Parrot (P.sordidus) is not
    commonly kept, therefore is not listed as a companion parrot most of the
    time.


    Diet:
    A nutritionally balanced diet for Pionus consist of fresh fruits,vegetables, a
    high quality seed mix, and commercial parrot pellets. Replenishing clean
    drinking water twice daily or any time water has been contaminated is a
    necessary step in maintaining a healthy parrot. Foods rich in Vitamin A
    such as cooked sweet potato are highly recommended. Check out  the
    fresh foods you should be feeding your parrot on our fresh food list.


    Breeding:
    Mature females are ready for breeding at 4 to 5 years of age. Females will
    lay up to five eggs. Incubation is about 26 days. Chicks can be pulled from
    the nest for handfeeding at 2 to 3 weeks of age. Chicks will be ready to
    wean at approximately 3 to 4 months old.







    Captivity:
    Pionus parrots are sometimes overlooked because of the other colorful
    companion parrots to choose from. In our experience in having Pionus, we
    have discovered that they are truly the perfect parrot for those looking for
    a more reserved, low maintenance, independent, sweet bird.

    When choosing a bird cage, we highly recommend purchasing an acrylic
    cage for your bird to be housed in. They are a practical and gorgeous
    addition to any bird lover home.

    Pionus are quieter than other parrots and are recommended for those
    wanting a small to medium size parrot, and those living in an apartment
    with close neighbors that would not tolerate loud parrot callings.
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