RED CROWNED AMAZON PARROT 4SALE
The Red-crowned Amazon parrot is currently available for purchase. Originating from Northeast Mexico, this Green-cheeked Amazon is a stunning bird with a dark green overall appearance and lighter green underside. It is often characterized by its iridescent light green cheeks surrounded by a lilac hue. The names “RED CROWNED AMAZON PARROT 4SALE and “Mexican Red-headed Parrot” are derived from its striking crown of bright scarlet.
This particular type of Amazon parrot tends to be more friendly and sociable compared to others. Despite being known for their occasional independence, they enjoy the company of humans and are not as assertive or aggressive as their counterparts. However, during breeding season, they may display some signs of assertiveness such as lowering their head, fanning out their tail feathers, or extending their wings.
Due to its calm yet playful nature, the Green-cheeked Amazon is highly favored among bird enthusiasts. They particularly enjoy having the top of their heads petted and played with.
This is a listing for a RED CROWNED AMAZON PARROT 4SALE, also known as the Green-cheeked Amazon. This attractive parrot originates from Northeast Mexico and is primarily a darker green in color, with a paler shade underneath. It is identifiable by its iridescent light green cheeks surrounded by lilac coloring. Its alternate names, Red-crowned Amazon and Mexican Red-headed Parrot, are reference to its bright scarlet crown.
The Green-cheeked Amazon is known for being a gentle and sociable bird compared to other Amazon species. It enjoys the company of humans and is less independent and feisty in demeanor. However, there may be moments when it exerts its independence by lowering its head, fanning out its tail feathers, and extending its wings – signaling that it prefers to be left alone. This behavior is most commonly seen during breeding season.
Bird lovers favor this species for their calm yet playful nature. These RED CROWNED AMAZON PARROT 4SALE particularly enjoy having their heads rubbed or scratched on the top of their heads, The Green-cheeked Amazon rapidly adapts to its new surroundings and caretaker, indicating readiness for bird training. It is recommended to allow the bird a few days to acclimate to its keeper, voice, and enclosure before attempting handling.
Initial training: The primary objective of bird training is to establish trust and cooperation by rewarding the parrot with treats and gentle head scratches. Once this is achieved, you can progress to teaching the parrot to step onto your hand. The time frame for mastering these steps may vary depending on the level of domestication, ranging from immediate success with hand-fed babies to several weeks or longer for untamed birds.
The natural diet of the Green-cheeked Amazon in its natural habitat includes a variety of fruits, plants, seeds and nuts. However, it is common for them to take only a bite of certain foods and discard the rest. When food is abundant, these birds are known for being wasteful as they search for their preferred items. During breeding season, Amazons will consume and utilize all available food sources.
As pets, these birds can thrive on a diverse diet that includes high-quality seed mixes or pelleted diets, as well as fresh fruits and vegetables. Introducing pellets at an early age can be beneficial. Additionally, nutritious human foods can also be offered.
While fruits and vegetables should make up a significant portion of their diet, occasional treats like chicken or meatloaf can also be included for variation. Sweet potatoes are an excellent source of Vitamin A for Amazons. Peanut butter or honey on a cracker or in a Dixie cup can bring joy to these birds and entertainment to their owners. They may also enjoy pasta, although spaghetti with sauce may result in some messy eating habits.
