Senegal Parrots

The senegal parrot is a big parrot in a small package.  However they do need the same amount of time spent with them as an african grey does.  They shouldn't be left stuck in a cage and forgotton about.  The senegal parrot loves to chew. The Senegal can talk and mimic sounds like an african grey they are about 10" they have a shorter tail then a sun conure wich is normal for african species. It is possible to tell the difference between the two sex's the "V" shape is higher on the male then it is on the female. 

Suitability As Pets: Hand-Reared birds make excellent pets. Their small size makes them easy to handle and they can be accomodated in medium sized cages. They are not too noisey and will learn to imitate sounds such as a garage door, loose floorbord.  However they can't do this as accurate as an african grey could. The one bad thing about the senegal is some birds can become moody and bite when they are going to be put back into their cage. Some also become nippy and unpredictable once they reach maturity but this can be over come with time and patience from the owner. Senegals are often known to bond to one single person but if they are handled regularly by the whole family then this shouldn't be a problem.

Length: 9 inches

Weight: 120-150 grams

Life span: 25-30 years, some have been known to live even longer

Age at Weaning: 12 weeks

Age at Maturity: 2 years

Country of Origin: Western Central Africa

Temprement: These playful and independent birds enjoy climbing, chewing and playing with their toys. Their curious and friendly nature makes them good family pets, although they should be handled regularly to ensure they remain tame. The relatively small size of these birds and their quiet nature make them suitable for apartment living. They can learn to speak many words and can be taught to perform tricks. Senegals are one of our most popular slightly larger birds, and for many good reasons!

Talking Ability: Moderate

Noise Level: Low

Cage Requirements: At Least 20" x 20"; bar spacing 5/8" or 3/4", bear in mind that this is just a minimum, you should go for the biggest cage you can afford and have room for

Interesting Facts: Although these birds are relatively small parrots, they seem to be unaware of their size. They have been known to attack much larger birds and chase other household pets such as dogs and cats.