The Poicephalus Parrots

A playful group of pet birds

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The parrots that are part of the Poicephalus genus are playful and entertaining.

These parrots are very similar, but they are also different in their own way. They do not have a common name (like "Amazons" or "Cockatoos"), but they are a part of the same genus and are grouped as such.

The birds included in this genus are the Brown-Headed, Jardine's, Meyer's, Red-Bellied, Senegal, and Cape/Un-Cape parrots. They are all excellent pets that share many similarities but also have their own unique differences. Red-bellies are sweet and comical, Meyer's are curious and can be nippy, Jardine's are acrobatic and mischevious, and the Cape/Un-Cape are gentle, sweet, and cuddly.

If you're looking for a bird that acts like a large parrot but is in a more compact package, and if you are willing to put in the time and effort to earn their love, then these may be the right birds for you.

Types of Poicephalus Parrots
Brown-Headed	Cape Parrot	Jardine's	Meyer's

Red-Bellied	Senegal

Fast Facts

Name

(Poicephalus)

Origin

Sub-Saharan Africa

Size

9-13 in.

Color Differences

Vary widely between subspecies.

Owner

Need a more experienced bird owner to get them through that nippy stage.

Average Cost

$200-600

Lifespan

25-40 years

Noise

Depends on subspecies

Qualities

Depends on subspecies, but most are intelligent, curious, great sense of humor, entertaining, good family pet, can become a one-person bird if not socialized well, go through a nippy stage, some are cuddly and affectionate, fair talkers, good at imitating sounds, enjoy chewing, good around children, loving, and playful.

Abilities

Good--Most can learn how to talk and learn tricks, but it depends on the subspecies and each individual bird.

Interaction/Time Requirements

They are independent and content to play on their own, but they should be handled daily and interact with more than one person or they may become nippy.

Diet

They need a diet for medium birds.

Supplies Needed

They need supplies for medium birds.

*See How the Poicephalus* parrots Compare to Other Types of Pet Birds!**

Poicephalus Videos
"Senegal Parrot Talking and Singing"
Video by Shaaandy Poicephalus parrots can be very good talkers. This video is a great example of a Senegal's talking ability and possible vocabulary.
"cuddly jardines parrot"
Video by kathryn7873 Poicephalus parrots can also be very affectionate and cuddly. This video (of a Jardine's parrot) shows how affectionate they can be.
"Red bellied parrot"
Video by ksarka1 Poicephalus are also very playful (and stubborn!) parrots. This video is a great example of how playful and comical these parrots can be.

Poicephalus Training

Poicephalus parrots, like most medium-sized parrots, can be very nippy. You definitely need to know how to train your Poicephalus if you want him to be hand tamed and enjoy spending time with you and your friends/family. However, if you don't know how to train a Poicephalus, you may have difficulty even getting your bird out of his cage.

For this reason, we highly recommend that you find an effective training program for your Poicephalus. Whether your Poicephalus is new to your home or you've had him for years, a training program will always come in handy. We personally recommend the Bird Tricks Parrot Training Course by Chet Womach. You can see many of his videos for free to get an idea of how much he knows about birds and how he can help you train yours.

Below is one of Chet's videos that covers the first step to stopping your parrot's biting. This technique is perfect for Poicephalus parrots. This video is a great example of how effective the training courses can be and how they are filled with a wealth of useful information for any bird owner. This video is only the first step in getting your bird hand tamed. We highly recommend checking out Chet's curriculum for taming your Poicephalus even further.

For more information about Chet's course, you can visit the Bird Tricks webpage here.

Poicephalus Education

Poicephalus Gifts
Here are some fun gifts for the Poicephalus lover in your life. And if you are a Poicephalus lover, then these are some fun items to show your pride. You know you want to!

Poicephalus Stories

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