Cape Parrot (Poicephalus Robustus)

The Cape parrot is 34cm in length and is sexually dimorphic with the female displaying a bright orange frontal. Their plumage is generally green however this can be different due to the different subspecies. Mainly green on abdomen, back and wings. Their neck and head colour varies from a grey to an olive/golden colour.

Diet

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Longevity in captivity

The longevity in captivity has dramatically reduced over the past 20 years. Click here to read more.

Aviculture/Special Adaptations

A quiet calm bird some individuals can be noisy. Hardy and enduring when acclimatized.

IUCN Rating - Least concern

CITES Rating - Appendix II

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