Is a Conure the Right Pet for You?
Green cheek conures are the perfect companion bird. They are lively, eye-catching parrots with equally colorful personalities. They are native to South America, commonly found in the forests of Brazil, Bolivia, Argentina, and Paraguay. Conure parrots have been kept as pets for well over a hundred years, as domesticated conures began to be imported into Europe and the United States throughout the 1900's. Is a green cheek conure the right bird for you? Watch this short video, and click through the navigation links to learn more and decide if one would make a great addition to your family!
Green Cheek Conure Characteristics | |
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Care Difficulty | Moderate |
Average Life Span | 20+ years with proper care |
Average Adult Size | 10" long, from head to end of tail |
Diet | Herbivorous |
Minimum Habitat Size | 24” long x 24” wide x 30” tall |