Maroon Bellied Conure (Pyrrhura frontalis)

Maroon Bellied Conure (Breed by : Robin's Nest Breeders)

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Physical Description

The Maroon bellied is primarily green, with a reddish color to the belly area (hence the name). Around the neck is a light brown-goldish set of feathers. The Pyrrhura family can be distinguished from the Aritanga by the light-tipped feathers around the neck.

Length

10" (about the size of a cockatiel)

Ave. Lifespan

Sexing

Undeterminable by appearance.

Origin:

Southeastern Brazil, Uruguay, Paraguay, and northern Argentina.
Trainability

The Maroon Belly is a playful bird, and is very trainable.
Loudness

The Maroon Belly can be loud, but nowhere near as loud as their Aritanga counterparts.
Pricing

Prices usually $200

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