Among the birds, unpretentious and sociable, is. They are distinguished by their bright plumage, ability to learn, and lively character. How many types of parrots made into pets, it’s hard to count. Each owner has his own unique and unique pet.

Ornithologists count more than 350 in nature species of parrots. This is one of the oldest birds, which the Indians, who were the first to domesticate colorful birds, even considered sacred for their ability to speak.

Types of pet parrots began to replenish from the time of Alexander the Great. His warriors transported birds to the European continent, and parrots settled in the territories of various states.

In the large family of parrots, a variety can be identified by a number of characteristics:

• body length;
• bird weight;
• beak shape;
• plumage color;
• the presence of a crest.

A description of all relatives could fill several volumes. Getting to know the main representatives will help you imagine how many types of parrots are there in the world and what extraordinary colors nature endowed them with.

Types of parrots and their names

Budgerigar

Homeland - . Large colonies of hundreds of birds inhabit savannas, eucalyptus forests, and semi-deserts. In places where cheerful birds live, there is always a source of water nearby.

In the wild, birds are small in size, graceful in shape, with bright green-yellow or white-blue feathers. The wavy dark lines on the head give the parrots their name.

The character is inquisitive and friendly. It is no coincidence that they have become popular in families with children. They know how to play, can be trained, the birds are sociable and unpretentious to home conditions. They live on average 10-15 years.

As a result of selective selection, many species of budgies by color. In addition to the natural green color, birds have been bred with purple, pink, anthracite, gray plumage and other complex types of color.

Pictured are budgies

Lovebirds

The birds are native to the territories of Madagascar. They live in tropical forests near lakes and rivers. Medium in size and harmonious in body shape. Among different types parrots You can recognize them by the contrasting color of the plumage on the head, neck, and chest. The beak is large.

The name was given because of the affection couples have for each other throughout their lives. They move away only to the distance from which they can hear their soul mate. They look for food nearby, sit at a watering hole, and rest.

Nests are made in old hollows. They carry blades of grass and twigs between the feathers on their back. At this time they appear large and shaggy. By nature they are lively and agile, they shout a lot.

Highlight 9 species of lovebirds by head color. Birds are able to learn 10-15 words and follow simple commands. Like their relatives, they love swimming.

Lovebirds

Nestor

Nestor's native places in New Zealand. It is comparable in size to . Strong build, strong long legs. Sociable and noisy birds. Some subspecies of nestor live in mountain forests.

The parrot is in danger of extinction due to deforestation, predators, and bird hunting. The well-known subspecies loves highlands. The bird is accused of attacks and pecking off the backs of animals. But the main food of nestor parrots is berries, fruits, and seeds.

In the photo there is a Nestor parrot

Corella

The parrot is loved no less than budgies for its sociability, although it does not differ in its talent for learning. But this pet is a master at begging people for treats and opening cage locks.

It is easy to recognize by the funny crest on its head, gray plumage and yellow head color. The beak is short. Elegant birds native to Australia. It is believed that they are actually called nymphs, and the second name is popular, based on their habitat.

The feathers of the crest are sometimes understood to reflect the mood of the parrot. They do not show hostility towards their relatives; they are even placed in cages with budgies.

Corella parrot

Owl parrot

Appearance of a parrot reflects similarities facial oval, plumage structure c. In addition, they are also nocturnal birds. The second name of the parrot is. His homeland is New Zealand. Distinctive features parrots have weak wing muscles, so they hardly fly, but lead a terrestrial life.

They live in the wild rocky corners of the island, among bushes along mountain rivers. They run and climb trees deftly, clinging to branches with their claws and beak. Since ancient times, they have lived in areas where there are no predators.

The plumage is yellow-green. They feed on moss and berries. The birds have an unusual voice, reminiscent of a scream and a hoarse grunt. Parrots were almost exterminated after the invasion of settlers. Now the species is protected and lives on the islands under the protection of scientists.

Owl parrot kakapo

Cockatoo

A large bird with a protruding crest, the sight of which makes you smile. The parrot is unusually sociable and cheerful. He is ready to continuously demonstrate love and affection for his owner. He shows his talent in his ability to cope with any lock. He readily demonstrates his sense of rhythm and ability to dance at the first opportunity.

Refers to the sight of talkative parrots. Onomatopoeia allows a dog to bark. After training, the parrot can answer a question, say a name, and even sing a short song. The voice is shrill and loud, but the singer’s charm is limitless.

The most common cockatoo is white in plumage with a bright contrasting crown on its head. IN color scheme there are never the green and blue shades common in the color of other species. The peculiarity of the cockatoo is its unusual strong beak, which will turn wooden rods and furniture into splinters.

In the wild, it lives in flocks in the Philippine Islands, Australia, and Indonesia. They adapt well. They feed on plant foods and insects. They are distinguished by great affection for the chosen one, remaining faithful all their lives. The duration of their century is 70-90 years.

The photo shows a pink cockatoo

Jaco

An African parrot with amazing gray plumage and high avian intelligence. Conversational qualities are perhaps the most excellent among their relatives. The vocabulary of this a type of talking parrot reaches 1500 words. Although the bird requires careful and competent care, many dream of having such a feathered friend.

There are red-tailed and brown-tailed. In nature, birds live in tropical forests. They fly long distances for food, but return to their usual places to spend the night. Oil palm fruits are a favorite food of parrots.

Domesticated birds need constant communication. All the owner’s affairs must take place with the participation of the pet. He needs to be captivated by games, tasks, conversations, and bathing.

The bird experiences loneliness and lack of attention painfully, and its character noticeably deteriorates. The parrot begins to engage in self-destruction. Plucking its feathers is a sign of social and physiological problems for Grays.

Birds live for about 50 years, maintaining the vitality and energy of an intelligent and inquisitive child. The parrot repays friendship with trust, sincere affection and affection.

In the photo there is a gray parrot

Ara parrot

The most elegant and colorful shimmers with the colors of the rainbow. The large size of the bird is also impressive: the height with the tail reaches 90-96 cm. The beak in the form of a strong hook is noteworthy. According to ornithologists, this is the strongest beak of a parrot.

There are 4 types of birds based on color variety, among which the very rare one. In nature, parrots live in Brazil, America, Mexico, and Peru. They fly beautifully, covering up to 500 km a day. They eat a lot of fruit, so they can go without water for a long time.

Unfortunately, macaw species are endangered. Hunters are trusted and destroy entire species of parrots. Macaws are monogamous. The loss of a partner is accompanied by the inconsolable state of the second parrot. At this time he is very vulnerable.

They are willing to communicate with people, but not everyone will decide to take a pet home. The reason is not only the size and loud cries of the bird, but also the strong attachment to the owner. The macaw will require constant attention and care, like a small child.

Surprisingly smart and capable birds learn to ask for food, drink, express a desire to communicate, and greet their interlocutor. The character of a pet is formed in relation to it.

Ara parrot

Collared Parakeet

In Australia, the homeland of collared parrots, they can be found in parks, next to humans. They got their name from the colored stripe around their head. Very active, variegated in color, love warmth and live in tall grasses and bushes.

The peculiarity of parrots is that they feed on the ground. The diet includes grains, seeds, fruits, berries, and insect larvae. They stay in flocks, show friendliness and trust. Local residents believe that such parrots bring happiness. Life expectancy is up to 30 years.

Collared Parakeet

Ruffled parrot

They live naturally in both Asia and Africa. The size is average, up to 50-60 cm with tail. The color is predominantly green, with a pink rim on the chest, which gave the name to the species. Females and young animals without necklaces. The upper part of the beak is red, the lower part is black.

Breeding of unpretentious birds has been going on since ancient times. When walking, the bird rests on its beak. The characteristic method of movement is associated with the natural weakness of the legs. The bird's friendly nature and intelligence make it popular among pet bird lovers.

Ruffled parrot

Amazon parrot

A medium-sized parrot, lives in the savannas of America, on the islands Caribbean. Among species of talkative parrots Amazons are in the forefront. The talent for onomatopoeia is combined with playfulness and cheerfulness. You can cook with it circus show. The parrot has an excellent memory.

They have been kept in families for more than 500 years. Communication with a bird brings many positive emotions. An excellent companion in all fun, games, and communication. They live up to about 45 years.

Pictured are Amazon parrots

grass parrot

Small birds, up to 20-25 cm long, native to southern Australia. The earthiness of these parrots is associated with tall grasses, thickets in the undergrowth, steppe vegetation. They fly low, over short distances. They run well in search of seeds, fruits and insects.

In addition to natural varieties, parrots have been bred in various color combinations based on color. In captivity, the birds do not cause any trouble, they sing melodiously and lead active life at home. Additional illumination is required during twilight hours, the most important time for birds. The cages must be long for movement along the bottom. They live up to 20 years.

grass parrot

Parrot monk

Birds live in Brazil, Argentina, Uruguay, and South America. The peculiarity is the construction of large nests and proximity to people. The prevalence of monk parakeets in cities can be compared to the common pigeons. Kalita and Quaker are types of monks.

They live in colonies. Monks are considered pests for destroying crops and garden fruits. They especially love apples and peck them on trees. Huge nests, up to 3 m in diameter, are built by several pairs of parrots, constructing communal apartment.

All have a separate entrance, children's rooms and corridors. Males bring materials and construct the dwelling, while females arrange substrates and exits inside. Monks often become favorites in the house. They adapt and communicate with their owners, distinguishing their names. Much attention dedicated to playgrounds. They love music and even sing themselves.

In the photo there is a monk parrot

Rosella

In Australia, these birds are not considered pests, although they feed on agricultural land. The feed includes weed seeds and larvae of harmful insects, and not just fruits and grain crops.

It has unusual scaly plumage. There are 7 types of rosellas based on their color characteristics. Their size does not exceed 30 cm. Variegated birds move in short flights and quickly run along the ground. Birds are called flat-tailed due to the appearance and structural features of the tail.

At home, birds are selective about food and are not always ready to breed due to their pickiness towards their partners. But if a family has been formed, then the parents are ready to care for not only their own chicks, but also those of others. They do not tolerate proximity to other parrots and can show zealous aggression. They sing wonderfully, but they don’t want to talk. They are friendly to people.

Rosella parrot

Lori parrots

The name of the birds means “clown” in Dutch. Loris are small in size, from 20 to 35 cm. There are many varieties within the species, with a common feature manifested in the shape of the tongue, adapted to the frequent intake of juicy fruits, tree sap, and plant nectar.

At home, it is important to feed the loris correctly. Flowers, fruits and vegetables, and fresh juices should be in the parrot's diet. Birds show great ability in training and memorizing words. Active, fearless, they themselves choose their favorite owners, to whom they show special attention. They don't like being kept in a cage.

Lory

Aratingi

Small birds, up to 35 cm in body length, live in America. Pet owners jokingly call them “gotchas.” The beautiful rainbow hues and interacting with them are a pleasure.

Demanding of affection and attention. Conflict-free and trainable. They are playful by nature and need entertainment, so rings, ladders, balls, bells and other toys are required in the cage.

In the photo are Aratinga parrots

Pionus parrots

The second name of the birds is red-necked parrots. They differ from Amazons in their smaller size. The plumage, at first glance, seems inexpressively gray, but in the sun it shimmers with bright shades of green, red, and blue. General Feature all types of pionus - a red spot under the tail.

The bird is calm in nature and does not require toys or toys from the owner. special attention. But the bird needs communication and physical activity. The learning ability of the pionus is average, quite sufficient to establish contacts and friendships with this wonderful bird.

Red-lipped parrot

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Types of parrots

Welcome to the section “Types of Parrots”! Here you can quickly and thoroughly get acquainted with the varieties of these exotic birds, learn interesting facts about the breeds of parrots, study their behavioral characteristics and relationships with humans. Everything from habitat, food preferences to success in domestication - you will find in this category. Bright and detailed photographs will help you remember the names of birds and orient yourself in the colorful splendor of our favorites.

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There are parrots that feed on wild honey and pollen, others live in burrows and eat lizards. There are also species of parrots whose beak is so strong that it can easily bite a human finger, as well as the ability to hunt sheep, guard a house instead of a dog, imitate sounds and speech, and even insert phrases to the point - these are not all the secrets that these incredible birds have.

Certain topics dedicated to the types of domestic parrots will be of particular interest to future and current owners. When a bird appears, we strive to learn as much as possible about it in order to create optimal conditions for living together with us. Pet parrots allow us to understand the interests of the bird, its daily rituals and observe the reaction to our behavior. If the owner knows the intricacies of communicating with a parrot, the bird will be happy to make contact.

Our card index contains a wide variety of photographs of parrots of all types. Studying the lives of these fairy-tale creatures, it becomes clear that parrots are capable of bringing the sun to any corner of the continent, country, city, apartment. The bright and hot color of the plumage, energy and chirping fill any space. Since there are more than 370 species of parrots in the world, this section is very dynamic, and information about their breeds will constantly expand.

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We are accustomed to the fact that a parrot is an exotic bird with very bright plumage. Jaco is a completely different matter. This rather large African parrot (30 - 35 cm) has, unlike its other brothers, a modest gray color of feathers. Curved strong and massy...

The macaw parrot is the most colorful of exotic birds. The coloring of this bird shimmers with all the colors of the rainbow: yellow, blue, light blue, orange, red. It is undeniably mesmerizing, so you can admire such a handsome man for hours. In addition to the fact that it is…

The cockatoo is a charming, incredibly beautiful and intelligent parrot. Looking at his majestic crest and funny behavior, almost every fan had the thought of purchasing him. Cockatoos differ from other parrots not only in appearance, but also in their specificity...

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• This is the largest parrot among the necklaces. The length of the parrot with tail is 45-58 cm. The color of the plumage is grass-green, the crown has a blue tint.

• Body length 35-37 cm. Green plumage. The back and back are white and green.

• Body length 38-42 cm; weight 540-700 g. The main color is green with a white-gray coating, the parrot gives the impression of being sprinkled with flour. The nape feathers have a wide gray-violet edge.

• Body length 37 cm, tail 18 cm. The color of the plumage is beautiful and bright - in red, blue and green tones. The underside of the body, head, neck are carmine red, shoulders, back, upper tail coverts and rump of blue color. Wings green and blue

• Body length in males is up to 32 cm, in females 29 cm; weight up to 136 g. The color of the plumage is mainly green. The chest, abdomen and undertail are yellow-green.

• Body length about 28 cm; weight about 150 g. The main color of the plumage is green, shiny on the head. The abdomen is yellowish-green, the wings are dark green.

• Body length is about 32 cm, wing length - 166-188 mm. The main color of the plumage is green with red accents on the head and neck. There are also red-yellow feathers on the wings.

• Body length 26 cm, tail 7 cm; weight 220 g. The color of the plumage is olive green. The throat and head are dark blue and shiny.

• Body length is 24 cm. It has a variegated coloring of brownish, orange, yellow, white, pink and green. The tail is pointed and red, but the central tails are edged with green.

• Refers to relatively small parrots, body length does not exceed 26 cm; weight - 380 g. The main color of the plumage is green. The forehead and narrow area around the eyes are white.

• The color of the plumage is brown-olive. The lower back and undertail are yellowish-white. The abdomen and thighs are red, there are yellow-orange stripes around the neck and chest (the stripe running along the chest is often darker in color).

• Body length 21-22 cm. The main color of the plumage is green. The back of the head is light blue, the top of the head is gray-brown.

• Body length 56 cm, wing length 38 cm; weight up to 800 g. The color of the plumage is black-brown with a greenish tint, all feathers are bordered with white and yellow. There is a white spot in the ear area, for which the parrot got its name.

• Quite a large parrot, about 54-56 cm long; weight 750 g. The main color of the plumage is black. All feathers are edged with white and yellow.

• Body length 20 cm. The plumage is mostly red. The head is black, there is a white spot on the back of the head.

• Body length 35-40 cm; weight up to 450 g. The coloring of males and females varies greatly. In males, the main color is green with a blue tint on the tops of the wings and under the wings, the edges of the wings are blue-blue, the tail coverts are yellowish-green, the underwings and sides are

• Body length 30-33 cm, tail 14-17 cm. The upper part of the back has black plumage with a yellow border. Head color is light yellow color, cheeks white.

• Body length 31 cm; weight 220-250 g. Plumage color in various shades of red. The beak and eyes are orange.

• Body length 45-50 cm, wing 25-31 cm, tail about 20 cm; weight up to 600 g. The plumage is white with shine. The undertail and underwings are yellow.

• One of the most major representatives families. Body length 48-55 cm, wing length 29.5-39 cm; male weight - 810-920 g, female - 845-975 g. The main color of the plumage is white with a yellowish tint on the underside of the tail and flight feathers

• Body length 27 cm, tail 8 cm. The plumage is black with a blue tint. The upper back and shoulders are dark brown.

• Small parrots 14 cm long and weighing 90-110 grams. The main color of the plumage is green, the head is grayish-brown. Legs are grey.

• Body length is 15-23 cm. The main color is gray-green. The head is brown, the ears have a gray tint, and there are bright yellow spots under the wings.

• Body length 48 cm, tail 25 cm; weight about 600 g. Plumage color in brown and red tones. The head, underside of the body and sides are brown.

• Body length 17 cm. Green plumage. The color of the tail feathers on the underside is golden brown, the inside is reddish brown.

• Body length 26-28 cm, tail 12-14 cm. Plumage color in green and gray-brown tones. The forehead and cheeks are greenish-gray.

• The color is green. The head is brown at the top, and olive tinged at the back of the neck and near the ears. The shoulder coverts are dark brown, the lower back is bright blue.

• Body length 20 cm. The color of the upper part of the body is brown-gray, the lower part is light gray. The tail plumage is blue-green above and gray-green below. Males are larger than females and their coloring is brighter.

• Body length 29 cm. The main color of the plumage is green. The wings are green, the chest and belly are paler and yellowish.

• Body length 16 cm. The plumage is green. There is a blue spot on the head, the bottom of the wing with a yellow stripe, and the base of the tail is red.

• Body length 31 cm; weight 130 g. The color of the plumage is brownish-olive with a golden-yellow tint. There are yellow contour feathers on the back of the head and on the sides of the neck.

• Body length 35 cm, tail 16 cm. The main color of the plumage is green. The plumage on the back of the head and the back of the head consists of movable elongated feathers of a dark carmine color.

• Body length 31-32 cm, tail 9 cm; weight 340 g. Very similar to the blue-fronted Amazon. The plumage is green, the cheeks and forehead are yellow.

• Body length 16-18 cm. Plumage color is green. The upper part of the back is olive-yellow. The crown is dark blue, in the area of ​​the ear and forehead there is a golden-yellow color.

• Body length 17 cm, tail 4 cm. The main color of the plumage is green, the tail is light blue. The rump and tail are red with a brownish tint.

• The body length reaches approximately 35-37 cm, the tail is 11-12 cm. The color is mainly green. The chest and upper neck are wine red with black and blue edging. The head and back are bordered by black feathers.

• Body length 25 cm. Basic color cherry-brown. There are transverse black stripes on the chest and front of the neck.

• These are very slender beautiful parrots. Body length is 17-19.8 cm, sometimes large individuals are found up to 21 - 22 cm long. Wing length is 9.5 - 10.5 cm, tail - 8-10 cm; weight 40-45 g. Thanks to the tail, it seems much larger.

• Body length 12-12.5 cm. The main color of the plumage is green. The crown is gray, the back is green-gray, the rump and edges of the wings are blue, the tail is green.

• One of the largest species of parrots. Some individuals reach a length of 80-98 cm, with about half being the tail, the wing length is 36.5 cm; weight 1.5 kg. The plumage color is cobalt blue.

• Body length 40 cm, tail - 23 cm. The main color of the plumage is green, the neck and head are dark gray with a bluish tint. There is a black “necklace” on the neck, a “tie” on the throat, and a red stripe on the wings.

• Body length 35-40 cm, tail 12 cm; weight 430-580 g. The plumage is white. The stripe on the forehead and frenulum are light red.

• Body length 55-57 cm; weight 400 g. The color of the plumage is faded blue. The head is light gray.

• Body size 40-42 cm; weight 250-350 g. The color of the plumage is green. The head and wings are blue, the tail is red-brown with a blue tip.

• Body length 30 cm. The main color of the plumage is green. The throat, chest and belly are yellowish-green, the forehead, the front side of the crown, the bridle and part of the cheeks are dull blue, the feathers are green at the base.

• Body length about 31 cm; weight 150-200 g. The color of the plumage consists of red, blue and green colors. The upper part of the head is blue-black.

• Body length 20 cm.

• Body length 40 cm, tail 17 cm. The color is green, with a black border on the back, throat and upper part of the head and with a narrow copper-red stripe on the forehead. The periorbital ring, frenulum, cere and small spots on the abdomen are also copper-colored

• Body length 22-24 cm, tail 6 cm; weight - 121-156 g. The main color of the plumage is olive-gray. The lower part of the body has a bluish-green tint.

• Body length 8-9 cm, weight - 12-16 g.

• Body length 10 cm. The general color of the plumage is green. The forehead, crown, frenulum, cheeks and ear coverts are grayish-brown.

• Body length is about 9.5 cm; weight 10-12 g. The color of the plumage is green, the upper side is darker than the lower. The feathers have a narrow black border.

• Body length is about 8.4 cm; weight - 10-15 g. The color of the plumage is green. The throat, sides of the head and forehead are brown.

• Body length about 9 cm; weight - about 12 g. The main color of the plumage is green, the abdomen is light green. The beak is dark gray, the iris is orange-red, the paws are gray.

• Body length about 9 cm; weight - 13-17 g. The color of the plumage is green. The front of the head is dark brown, the feathers have a blue border, and on the back of the head there is a barely noticeable spot of light yellow color.

• Body length is 30 cm. It is very difficult, almost impossible, to distinguish a female from a male by color. But the female has a slightly paler orange tint on the lower part of her body.

• The length of the bird reaches 30-35 cm, the wingspan is 65, the wing length is 22, and the tail is 8 cm. The gray has a black curved beak, the iris of a mature bird is yellow, and the legs are lead-gray.

• Body length 27 cm. The main color is lemon green with a dark green border along the edges of the feathers. The forehead, head, area around the eyes (for some) are yellow.

• Body length 41 cm. The plumage is green, the neck and head are yellow. There is a dark green border on the back, chest and neck.

• Body length 25 cm.

• Body length 23 cm; weight 75 g. The main color of the plumage is green. There are orange scales on the head and chest.

• Body length 20-25 cm. The main color of the plumage is light green. The fold of the wing is yellow.

• Body length 14.5 cm. The largest species of the genus. It differs not only in size, but also in color.

• Body length is 23-24 cm. The color is mainly dark green. The forehead is carmine red.

• Body length 17 cm. The main color of the plumage is green, with a yellowish tint on the ventral side. Cheeks and forehead are yellow.

• Body length 34 cm, tail 22 cm; weight about 340 g. The main color is green with a dark border around the edges of the feathers. The forehead is yellow-white.

• Body length 38 cm Coloring. The plumage is very beautiful, almost the same as that of the Australian king parrot. But unlike it, the upper back is black, and there is a wide yellow stripe on the wing.

• Body length 30 cm, tail 11 cm. The plumage is mostly red. The wings are olive green.

• Body length 26 cm. The main color is green with a black border. Males have a white (cream) forehead, the area around the eyes is red.

• Body length 40-42 cm. Color green with a yellowish tint in the lower part of the body. The frenulum, forehead, cheeks and parotid area are yellowish-green.

• Body length 39 cm. Main color green. The head is green-bluish in color with a large yellow spot on the back of the head and neck.

• This is the smallest species in the genus. Body length 38 cm; weight up to 280 g. The color of the plumage is green, the forehead is black and blue.

• Body length 28 cm, wing length - 16.6-18.7 cm. The main color of the plumage is green. The throat, chest and belly are yellowish-green.

• The smallest of all rosellas, body length 27-28 cm, tail 14 cm. The color of the plumage is red, black and yellow. The cheeks are light yellow or yellow, for which the parrot got its name.

• Body length 34-36 cm, tail 11 cm; weight 310-480 g. The main color is green, the top of the head has a bluish tint and a black border on the back of the head. The forehead and periorbital ring are red, the cheeks are golden yellow.

• Body length 24 cm. Color green. The plumage on the upper chest, throat and neck has a scaly pattern of gray-blue color with a yellow border.

• Body length 21 cm, wing length - 11-12.5 cm. The main color of the plumage is green. The forehead and crown are olive-yellow; the ear coverts, cheeks and chin are dark green, each feather edged with yellow.

• Large parrot; body length 78-90 cm, tail 31-47 cm; weight 950-1700 g. Very similar to the red macaw. It has a beautiful, bright color.

• Body length 12-13 cm, tail 4 cm; weight 30 g. The color of the plumage is grass-green, the lower back and rump are blue, which is why they are sometimes called blue-tailed. The lower coverts are dark blue.

• Body length 30 cm. The plumage is red. The top of the head is black.

• Body length 33 cm, tail 11 cm. Main color green. The upper part of the head - the forehead and crown - are bright red.

• Length (including tail) 25 cm; weight about 70 g. The main color is green. The chest is gray, the head is dark.

• Body length 34-36 cm, tail 15-17 cm. The color of the plumage has many different tones and shades. Some have a brown upper body with a blue border.

• The body length is about 29 cm, and the wing length is 15-19 cm. The main color of the plumage is yellowish-green. The head and lower part of the body are lighter, with a blue tint.

• Length up to 30 cm. The color of the plumage is discreet, modest, mostly green-yellow with transverse black stripes. The chest, neck and underparts are yellowish-green, the upperparts are green, and the forehead is red.

• The smallest Australian parrot; body length 13-14 cm. The color is very bright, mostly green. Male and female, as well as subspecies, differ in the details of head coloration. The beak and paws are gray.

• Body length 26 cm. The plumage is green, the lower part of the body has a yellowish tint. The crown is blue-green, the forehead is in red and orange tones.

• Body length 30 cm. The plumage is green, the back of the head and forehead are red, the unfeathered area around the eyes is the same color. The abdominal area is reddish-brown.

• Body length 35-38 cm, tail about 16 cm. The color of the plumage is golden yellow. There is an unfeathered white area around the eyes.

• Body length is about 20 cm. The plumage is green. The forehead is blue with a blue border. The facial area is yellowish.

• The main color of the plumage is green. There is a yellowish-red spot on the throat. The male's forehead is yellow, the female's is bluish, and her cheeks are the same color.

• Body length 24-26 cm, tail 12 cm; weight 55 g. The main color of the plumage is green with a bluish tint. The back of the neck, crown and front of the head are black.

• Body length 30 cm, tail - 13 cm. The main color of the plumage is green. The head and back are bluish-gray.

• Body length 33-37 cm. Color green with black border. The lower part of the body has an olive tint.

• Body length 45 cm. The main color is green with dark edging along the edges of the feathers. The forehead and cheeks are brown.

• Body length from 35 to 42 cm, wing length - 16 cm; weight approx. 120-150 g.

• The length of the parrot with tail is 26-27 cm; weight 60 g. The color of the plumage is green, with yellow streaks on the barrel. The back of the head is gray with blue, the crown is red.

• One of the smallest representatives of the family. Its size does not exceed 30 cm; weight - 300-400 g. The color of the plumage is white, the bridle is light pink, the inner side of the flight and tail feathers is pale yellow.

• Body length 35-40 cm, male weight 300-425 g, female - 375-435 g. Very graceful, unusually beautiful parrots. Their plumage is pinkish-white.

• Kakapo, or owl parrot (lat. Strigops habroptilus) is a nocturnal flightless bird from the family Nestoridae, endemic to New Zealand.

• Body length 25-26 cm. The color of the upper back is dark green. The crown and forehead are blue-gray.

• Body length 27-30 cm, wing length 14-15 cm; weight 100 g. The plumage is green, the chest is pale greenish-gray with green transverse stripes. The neck on the underside and the front part of the head are gray, the wings are dark brown, the flight feathers are

• Body length 22 cm. The plumage is green. The back and belly are light green.

• Body length 33-34 cm, tail 9 cm. The main color of the plumage is green. The head, neck and chest are yellowish-brown, the underparts are bluish-green, the back and wings are dark olive green, the wing edge and forehead patch are red or brick orange.

• Body length 21 cm. The main color of the plumage is green, with various shades. The upper part of the head has a bluish tint.

• Edwards's dwarf parrot reaches a length of 18 cm. The plumage is predominantly green. In males, the crown, forehead and frenulum are yellow-green.

• Body length 45-52 cm, tail 20-24 cm; weight 380 g. Color green, head with a blue tint. The chin, cheeks and forehead are dark red with a brownish tint.

• Body length 46 cm; weight 600-1000 g. The color of the plumage is dominated by olive green, sometimes slightly brownish, the feathers under the wings are bright red. Paws are gray.

• Body length 40-50 cm, tail 28 cm. The main color of the plumage is green. The forehead and bridle are black, the top of the head is bluish-black.

• Body length 20 cm, tail 6 cm. Squat build. The main color of the plumage is green, with a yellowish tint on the ventral side.

• Body length 33-35 cm, tail 15 cm. The color is green with a shiny tint, the underside is lighter. The flight feathers and tail below are olive-yellow.

• Quite a large parrot, reaching 36-40 cm in length. Very close to the Himalayan parrot. The plumage is green with red spots on the shoulder blades.

• Body length 25-29 cm. The main color of the plumage is green. The upper body is blackish-brown and edged with green feathers.

• Length with tail 30-33 cm, tail 14-16 cm; weight approx. 100 g. Characteristic feature is a rather high crest on the head and a long pointed tail.

• Body length is about 25 cm. The main color of the plumage is green. The head and chest are copper with an orange-yellow tint.

• The length of the parrot is 40-42 cm. The forehead and front of the head are white, turning into yellow. The head is orange.

• Body length 40 cm, tail 21 cm. The back and wings are green, the lower part of the body, throat, neck and head are bright red. On the wings there is white stripe, neck and rump are dark blue.

• Body length 32-36 cm, tail 15-17 cm; weight about 55-65 g. Color is variegated. The head and chest are red, the cheeks are bluish-white, the lower body is green, the back is black, the tail is green and white, and the wings are blue.

• Body length 18 cm. Plumage color is green. The ear area is blue. The sides of the chest, cheeks, and wing coverts are red.

• Body length is about 34 cm. The main color of the plumage is green. The forehead and front of the head are red.

• Body length 45-50 cm, tail 23 cm; weight 370 g. Dark green color, head with a bluish tint. The upper back is olive green, the chest and throat are grayish green.

• Body length 33 cm. The main color is green, sometimes with occasional splashes of red feathers. The crown, forehead and sides of the head are red.

• Body length 33-35 cm, tail 20 cm. This is a very beautiful parrot. The plumage is green with an olive tint.

• The length of the parrot is 18 cm. The color of the plumage is bright green. Cheeks, throat and thighs are red.

• Body length is 24 cm. The ventral side of males is orange-red, and that of females is green with an orange tint. The back is lemon-turquoise.

• Body length 22 cm, tail 17 cm. It is the most beautiful and striking representative of this genus. The male has a brilliant blue head, purple throat and frenulum, yellow belly and lower tail, bright red chest, green back and tail.

• Body length 29-30 cm, tail 7 cm; weight 225-275 g. The color of the plumage is green. The front of the head is green, with a black bridle and crown.

• Body length 40 cm. Green plumage; the forehead, front of the head, area around the eyes and cheeks are blue-violet. There is a red stripe of varying widths on the neck.

• Body length 27 cm. The color of the plumage is olive green. The neck and cheeks are shiny green.

• Body length 32-33 cm, tail 13 cm. Males have a bright green head, the upper part of the back is green with a black tint, and the lower part of the body is green. The front part of the wings is red, the tail and long flight feathers are green.

• Body length is 20 cm, the female is much smaller. The color is green with a light blue tint on the head. Inner side the wings are orange-fiery, the fold of the wing is dark blue.

• Small birds; body length 36 cm. The plumage is green, there is a red “cap” on the head, and small red spots on the front of the body. The tail is long, wedge-shaped, stepped.

• Body length 15 cm, tail 5 cm. The main color is grassy green, the throat, cheeks in the front, back of the head and forehead are bright orange. Interior wings black.

• Body length is about 31 cm. The male is slightly larger than the female. .

• Body length 23-26 cm, tail - 11-13 cm. The color of the plumage is dark green, the edge of the large coverts and flight feathers, as well as the undertail are dark blue. The crown, forehead, spots near the rump and the stripe running from the beak through the eye are red

• Body length 17 cm. The main color of the plumage is green. The lower part of the body has a yellowish tint.

• Body length 18 cm. The back is black, the rump and loin are ultramarine blue. The head at the top and sides is grayish-blue.

• Body length 41-44 cm, tail 22 cm. The plumage is green, the head has a bluish tint. The cheeks are red-yellow in color, mostly unfeathered or with a small amount of feathers.

• Body length is 58-60 cm. The color of the plumage is lemon-olive green. The bare area of ​​the head is small, crossed by small black feathers growing in a row.

• Body length 46 cm, tail 11 cm. The main color is green, on the head - with a violet-blue tint. There is an orange-yellow spot on the top of the head, and an orange “mirror” on the wings.

• Body length 37-38 cm, tail 18 cm. Outwardly similar to song parrots, but unlike them they have an elongated and narrower beak. The top of the head of males is crimson-red, the back of the head, throat and cheeks up to the eyes are yellow.

• Body length 37 cm. The main color of the plumage is green. The throat, chest and belly are yellowish-green.

• Body length 78-90 cm, wing - 28-40 cm, tail - 50-62 cm. The head, top of the wings, neck, top of the back, chest and belly are bright red, the rump and bottom of the wings are bright blue, a yellow line runs across the wings band. Bare cheeks light with

• Body length 30 cm, tail 10-11 cm. The plumage is bright red. The shoulder coverts, the band on both sides and the undertail are blue.

• Body length 28-31 cm. The main color of the plumage is brown-marsh. The forehead, front of the head, cheeks and ears are lilac-violet.

• Body length 16 cm, tail 6 cm. Plumage color in yellow-brown and red tones. The front of the head is red, the back of the head is yellow-brown, and the spot between the shoulders is the same color.

• Body length 25 cm, tail - 13 cm. The plumage is green, lighter below. There are red streaks on the head, throat and feathered parts of the legs.

• Body length 30-35 cm. The main color of the plumage is green with a black edge. The feathers of the frontal part of the head to the crown and around the eyes are white.

• Body length 22 cm, tail 11 cm. Males are brightly colored. The upper side of the body is colored dark green color, and the lower one is egg-yellowish.

• Body length 24 cm, tail approximately 12 cm. The plumage is green, the head has a bluish tint. There is a red stripe on the forehead.

• The size of an adult bird is about 20 cm. It feeds on seeds, fruits, and nectar.

• Body length 19 cm; weight 45-60 g. The plumage is dark green above, light green below, with a line pattern of dark feathers. The crown and forehead are bright red, and there are patches of red feathers on the blue neck.

• Body length is 42 cm. The beak of females is black, that of males is red.

• Body length 36 cm, tail 24 cm. The color of the upper and lower parts of the body, neck and head is slate-gray. The lower back is bluish-green. On the neck there is a wide “necklace” of black and blue-green colors.

• Body length 45 cm. The plumage is bright. The head, chest and belly are dark red.

• The color is cobalt blue. The wings are a little darker. Head, chest and belly with a green tint.

• Body length 33-35 cm, tail 11 cm; weight up to 500 g. The plumage is white. The crest in the upper part and the ear area are yellow.

• Body length 36 cm; weight 315 g. The plumage is brownish-black, with a gray tint on the wings and tail. .

• Body length 63-70 cm, tail 32-40 cm; weight 850 g. The color of the plumage on top is protective - grass-green, the lower part of the body is olive-green. The upper part of the head is dark green.

• Body length 15 cm, tail 4 cm. The color is very beautiful and bright. The back, belly, wings and tail are green, the head is black, in the female with a brownish tint.

• Body length 21-25 cm, tail 5-6 cm. The color of the upper body is brownish-gray with a greenish tint. The lower body and rump are blue-green. There are yellow spots on the head, thighs and wing coverts.

• Body length 27-31 cm, tail 14 cm. This is a beautiful parrot with shiny green plumage and lighter coloring in the lower part of the body. The middle of his tail is green, and the edges are gray.

• Body length 13 cm. The plumage is green, with a malachite sheen in the lower part of the body. The sides of the head, forehead and throat are yellowish.

• Body length 28-30 cm, wingspan about 17 cm; weight about 130 g. The head is bluish-lilac in color. The front of the neck and abdomen are dark blue, the cervical girdle is yellow.

• The upper back is green, the forehead and crown are red. There is a yellow-red spot on the throat. The upper tail coverts and rump are red.

• Body length 50-52 cm; weight 800-900 g. The plumage is white, with a pale pink tint on the head, neck, chest and belly. The undertail is orange-yellow.

• Body length 21 cm, tail about 9 cm. The color of the plumage is green, on the back of the head with a bluish tint. The head is burgundy-red.

• Body length up to 32 cm. The main color of the plumage is green. The head, wings and tail are dark green, the belly and collar are lighter.

• Body length is 13-15 cm. It is similar in color to the rosy-cheeked lovebird, but has a brighter color on the front of the head and throat, similar to the color of a ripe strawberry. The back of the head and most of the body are green.

• Body length up to 15 cm; weight 42-58 g. The color of the plumage is mainly green, the rump is blue, the head is yellowish-orange. The beak is red.

• Body length about 45 cm; weight 550 g. The color of the plumage is dark brown with an olive tint. The feathers have a black edge.

• Body length 24-26 cm. The color of the plumage is mainly green. The ventral side has a lemon tint.

• Body length 40 cm, tail 25 cm. The main color of the plumage is green. The mandible is red and the mandible is brown.

• Body length is 23 cm. The color of the plumage is dark green, with a lighter shade on the ventral side. The crown and forehead are bright red with a metallic sheen.

• Body length 40 cm, tail 12 cm; weight 500-600 g. The head is large, round, with a very short wide crest. The plumage is white.

• Densely built, small in size (about 24 cm long) and with discreet plumage. The color is yellowish-olive with a scaly black pattern, the belly is yellow. The tail is relatively short.

• Body length 18 cm, tail 7 cm. The head and underside of the body are green, but with shades: the head has a light bluish tint, and the underside of the body is olive-yellow. There is an orange-red spot on the throat.

• Body length 28 cm, weight 80 g. The main color of the plumage is olive green with a lighter shade on the ventral side. The flight feathers are dark green, the tail feathers are yellow-green or light green below, and dark olive above.

• Body length 50 cm, wing length 31 cm; weight 690-800 g. They have bristle-like feathers covering the head, which is why they got their name. The plumage is black-brown, lighter on the chest.

• Body length 12 cm. The main color of the plumage is dark green, with a malachite tint on the abdomen. The wings, like the body, are dark green.

• A small parrot, body length up to 13 cm, tail 3 cm. The plumage is green with an orange “necklace” on a black neck, so it is sometimes called the necklace lovebird. The chest is yellowish, the rump is ultramarine blue.

• Body length 20-23 cm. The plumage is green. The throat and sides of the head are yellowish-green, the back of the head is brown.

• The length of the parrot with tail is 42 cm, the tail is longer than the body. The plumage color mainly consists of red and black. Some individuals have a predominantly black coloration.

• Body length 27-28 cm, tail 14 cm. The color of the plumage is very variegated. The belly is yellow, and the back, chest, head and tail coverts are green.

• Body length 34 cm, tail 12 cm. The color of the plumage is dark green. The upper part of the body has a dark border.

• Body length 28-30 cm, wingspan 75 cm. It was first described in 1955.

• Body length 25-30 cm; weight 250-300 g. The main color is green with a black border around the edges of the feathers. The breast and belly are more lemony.

• Body length is 27 cm. The plumage of the male is predominantly green. The forehead, wing patch and undertail coverts are yellow-orange.

• The length of the parrot is more than 30 cm, half of which is on the tail. The main color of the plumage is green. There is a red spot on the forehead.

• Body length up to 30 cm, wing length - about 11 cm; weight about 50-60 g. The upper side of the back is black, but each feather is edged with greenish-yellow, the lower part of the back is greenish-yellow. The neck and chest are bright red, the lower part of the chest is bright

• Body length 22-23 cm, tail 11 cm. Stocky build. The plumage is pinkish-brown, the belly is pinkish-red.

• Body length is 30-35 cm. In color it is very similar to the plum-headed parrot. The main color of the plumage is green.

• Body length 33-35 cm, tail 22 cm. The plumage is green, with a blue crown, they have “whiskers” and black stripes on the forehead. In males, the upper part of the beak is red, the mandible is black.

• Body length 17 cm, wing length 10 cm; weight 40-60 g. The coloring is very beautiful, with intense green tones, the back of the back with a blue tint. Throat and cheeks Pink colour, forehead bright red, beak straw yellow.

• Body length 37 cm, tail 17 cm, wing 27 cm; weight about 300-400 g. The upper part of the head is light pink. The back is light gray; the bridle, cheeks, neck, chest and abdomen are lilac-red.

• Body length is 30-32 cm. The main color is green with a black border around the edges of the feathers. The chest and abdomen are lighter.

• Body length 40 cm, tail 20-22 cm. The plumage is bright green. The throat, chin, cheeks and forehead are yellow, with a wide transverse red stripe running down the throat.

• Body length 40 cm, tail 20 cm. The color of the plumage is bright yellow. The upperparts are olive-yellow, with black tail and flight feathers and a transverse red stripe on the wing. The beak is red.

• Body length 22 cm. The main color of the plumage is green. The back of the head, top of the head and forehead are dark brown.

• Body length 36 cm The plumage is mainly olive green. Only the cheeks, chin, throat and “panties” are reddish; the feather in the lower part of the wing is yellow. Males differ from females in the color of their beak; their beak is intensely red, medium x

• Body length 20 cm, tail 6.5 cm. The upper side of the body is green, the tail coverts and rump are yellow-green. The abdomen, middle of the rump and shin are purple-black.

• Body length 23-24 cm, tail 6 cm. The color of the plumage is dominated by three colors: green, white and yellow. The back, wings and tail are green.

• Body length 12-13.5 cm. Main color green. There is a red spot on the throat.

• Body length 22-25 cm; weight 125-170 g. The color of the plumage is mainly green. The upper body, wings and tail are dark green.

• Body length 65-75 cm, tail 37 cm. The plumage is very beautiful and bright. The color is blue with a greenish tint.

• Body length 56 cm. The main color of the plumage is green. The head is gray, the nape and crown have a bluish tint.

• A small parrot with a body length of 14 cm. The color of the plumage is mainly green. The back and wings are dark green, the lower part of the body is light green.

• Body length 20 cm; weight 54-60 g. This is the most beautiful parrot of the genus. He is especially beautiful in flight.

• Body length 80-95 cm, wing - 37-39 cm, tail - 52 cm; weight 900-1300 g. The upper part of the body plumage is bright blue, the sides of the neck, chest and belly are orange-yellow. The tail coverts are bright blue.