Scientific Name:
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Pyrrhura rupicola
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Size:
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Small, up to 10 inches
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Native Region:
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Peru
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Life Expectancy:
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Up to 30 years
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Noise Level:
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Low to moderate; quieter than other conures
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Trick / Talking Ability:
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Moderate
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Personality:
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If you love Conures but find them a bit too noisy, perhaps you should investigate the Black-Capped Conure! These exquisite birds are quite affectionate and beautiful!
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Behavior / Health Concerns:
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These busy birds need interesting entertainment and supervision. Feather picking; susceptible to the usual psittacine diseases.
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