Pionus parrots Care Information
These sweet and gentle parrots are from South America. The
pionus parrots are known for being calm and very interactive. They are also
quieter than most species its size. It can easily learn to talk with repetitive
training, its voice sounds strangely like a computer or robot (which adds to the
cuteness!) Many younger Pionus Parrots bear a red or orange band on their
forehead which disappears in the first molt. Males and females look mostly alike
but both are equally good companions.
Pionus parrots usually get along with other birds and even
cats and dogs, under supervision of course. Instead of attacking things or
people a pionus doesn’t like it tends to ignore them. If a pionus is mad at you
it will more than likely turn its back to you and keep doing what it was doing.
Pionus love to bath so a birdbath would be greatly appreciated by your feathered
friend.
Due to the fact they are calmer than other birds in the
Poicephalus family they appeal greatly to the elderly. Pionus parrots are
also great apartment companions because they are usually pretty quiet, though at
times they have shrill calls. When excited or frightened, Pionus Parrots emit a
characteristic wheezing or snorting sound that is sometimes mistaken for a sign
of distress, or a symptom of disease. Don't worry, it will pass after the bird
calms down.
| Talking Ability |
Noise Level |
Size (inches) |
Lifespan (years) |
Min Cage Size |
| Fairly low, voice sounds slightly
robotic |
Low but can emit shrill calls if
distressed |
11' |
40 |
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Types of Pionus Species
White Crowned Pionus
Are usually the most active of the Pionus family, yet they
are also known for being the most territorial. Even with their attitude they can
be just a sweet as the other species of Pionus.
Maximilian’s or Scaly-headed Pionus
Don’t worry those aren’t scales on that parrot! There
feathers resembles scales from a distant. The Mazimilian Pionus is known for
being the most docile Pionus. They are very calm and can be handled by children
without much fear of being bitten. ( ALWAYS SUPERVISE PLAYTIME WHEN A CHILD IS
IN THE AREA.)
Bronze Winged Pionus
Is well known for being another calm and easy going parrot.
Blue-Headed Pionus
These pionus parrots have a very beautiful coloration. The
colors tend to become more vibrant as they age. They are sweet affectionate
parrots who tend to bond with one person.
