LITTLE DARLINGS: Pyrrhura Conures - Rose-Crowned Conures

Rose-Crowned Conure

DNA Sexed Male * Chico *

12 weeks old

Bred by/Photo Darlene & Kevin Johnson

Owner Dr. Donna Flanagan DVM , Phil, Kyle & Devon in Ontario

Rose-Crowned Conure Male ~ * Buddy *

just after his 1st molt

Bred by Darlene & Kevin Johnson

Owner Ralph & Bonnie Christianson

in Manitoba

Characteristics of the Rose - Crowned Conure

- pyrrhura rhodocephala

Length: 25 cm ( 9.5 inches )

Weight: anywhere between 75 - 85 grams

Young: The head is green. Chicks tend to have a blue frontal band with a few scattered red head feathers or tend to have more red head feathers on the head and usually no blue frontal band. Occasionally there is a creamy coloured frontal band on the young. The maroon ear coverts are not as prominent. Watermelon pink under the throat. Minimal maroon abdomen patch.The tail is green at the base.

Adults: The plumage is green. The forehead, crown, back of head and lores are red. Ear coverts and the tail is maroon. Throat and upper chest golden brownish tinge. There is a maroon patch of feathers on the abdomen. The carpal edge of the wing is orange with white. The primary coverts are white with occasional yellow feathers and some yellow feathers edged in blue. The outer flight feathers are a violet blue color. Eyes are brown, the beak is horn colored and the legs and feet are the color of cinnamon with cinnamon toenails. Eye ring is white.

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Rose-Crowned Conure chick

Just born

Bred/Photo

Darlene & Kevin Johnson

5 Rose-crowned chicks

From left to right

F9, M2, 5, B11, & 13 days old

Bred by/Photo

Darlene & Kevin Johnson

This page was last updated on: February 28, 2008

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Origin: This species inhabits the sub-tropical zone of the mountainous regions of western Venezula, in the Andes. Mainly in the state of Merida, Tachira, northern Barinas, Lara and northern Trujillo.

Habitat: In forests, forest edges and in partially wooded areas. Sometimes seen in flocks of 20 - 30 birds. This species prefers treetops and will forage in lower vegetation near the ground. Noisy when flying, but a quieter species of pyrrhura.

Captivity: This species can be kept in either a large aviary or a very roomy cage. They are a very prolific species. They can easily double clutch and even triple clutch in a breeding season. The nest box can be 12" x 12" x 24" horizontal with the entrance being about 3.5" in diameter.The hen can lay from 5 - 7 eggs with the average being 6 eggs. Incubation time is 23 days. After 7 weeks the young leave the nest and will be taken care of by the male.

Pet Potential: Fairly quiet voice and seldom uses it.

Super, super friendly birds and make a fantastic and wonderful pet for the beginner or experienced pet owner. Wonderful with children! Very gentle. Cuddly and affectionate.