Parrots are one of the most colorful and graceful birds in the world. They attract people with their habits and beauty. Although parrots come in different types and colors, green parrots stand out with their unique status and behavior. Today, we will discuss the top 8 famous green parrots found in the world.
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Amazona aestiva (Blue-fronted Amazon)
Blue-fronted Amazons are the most popular among bird enthusiasts. Because of their sociable nature, they are famous among pet lovers. They form a friendly bond with their owners and imitate their owners’ speech. As for their size, they range from 12 to 15 inches. They primarily feed on seed and nuts. In the wild, they are found in the rainforest of Brazil and Bolivia.
Psittacula krameri (Rose-ringed Parakeet)
The Rose-ringed Parakeet, also have another name Ring-necked Parakeet. It is a medium-sized parrot. Both male and female body is in green color expect male have black to pink color ring around their neck. They maximum size of these parrots is 16 inches. It is found in almost every corner of the world, both in cities and villages. Like other parrots, they also feed on fruits, seeds and nuts. People also keep these parrots in homes, and in the wild, they are mostly seen sitting or flying in flocks. They search hollow trees for their nests builds.
Aratinga solstitialis (Sun Conure)
Sun Conures are usually overlooked in the classification of green parrots because they appear to be yellow and orange in color, but in reality, their bodies are green. Their size ranges from 12 to 14 inches. They are found in Brazil. Their diet is like that of other parrots, which is fruits, seeds, and nuts. People keep Sun Conures as their favorite pets because they form a strong bond with their owners.
Amazona viridis (Green Amazon Parrot)
The Green Amazon parrot is like a gift for bird lovers because, firstly, their ability to talk is amazing, and secondly, their personality is very kind. Their size is approximately 12 to 15 inches. Their natural habitat is the forests of South America. Their diet includes fresh fruits, different types of nuts, seeds, and some vegetables. These parrots are playful and very intelligent.
Psittacus erithacus (African Grey Parrot)
The African Grey Parrot is not green in color, but in its infancy, some of its feathers are green, due to which it has also been placed in the category of green parrots. Its size can be 12 to 14 inches. These parrots imitate human speech with great accuracy and eat seeds, nuts, fruits, vegetables, and some roots. These parrots are found in the African rainforests.
Bolborhynchus lineola (Lineolated Parakeet)
The Lineolated Parakeet are small parrots that cannot imitate human speech but are extremely beautiful. Mostly these parrots are seen in pairs but some time in small groups. Their size is approximately from six to eight inches. Their natural habitat is the forests of South America. Their diet is similar to that of other parrots, but in smaller quantities. Their diet includes grains, seeds and fresh fruits.
Forpus passerinus (Green Rump Parrotlet)
Green Rump Parrotlet is the smallest parrot found in the world. They are in green color mixed with splashes of blue. Their size is approximately 4.5 inches long and found in the regions of South America. They also eats seeds, grains and fresh fruits. They also cannot imitate human speech like Lineolated Parakeet but have a big personality and are known affectionate companions.
Eclectus roratus (Eclectus Parrot)
Eclectus Parrot also come under the green parrot category because male Eclectus Parrot are in green color. Female Eclectus parrot are in red and purple feathers. Their size is approximately 12-14 inches long and found in the Solomon Islands and New Guinea. They also eat fruits, seeds and nuts like other parrots. These parrots are famous for their calm temperament and excellent talking abilities.
