Parrots Of The World: Sun Parakeet
The Sun Parakeet(Aratinga solstitialis), also known as the Sun Conure is a new world parrot that lives in South America. The Sun Parakeet is classified in the order Psittaciformes, and the family Psittacidae.
Physical Characteristics
Wild adult Sun Parakeets are mostly yellow in color; their faces and bellies are faded orange; there is some green on their wings. Their tails are olive-green with a blue tip.
A wild juvenile’s plumage is more green than Yellow.
Captive Sun Parakeets can produce unique colorations.
| Length | 28-31 cm(11”-1’0.2”) |
| Weight | 110-130 grams(3.9-4-4.6 oz.) |
Range
Sun Parakeets live in Roraima, Brazil. They are … Continue