PARROTLETS for SALE
  • There are many beautiful mutations of Pacific parrotlets. These include blue,
    yellow, cinnamon, fallow, lutino, albino, white, green, green fallow and blue-fallow.
  • Parrotlets sex can be determined by looking at it.
  • In the available species, males have a varying amount of vivid or deep blue on their
    rumps and also have shades of vivid blue on primary and secondary wing feathers.
  • The females always lack the blue markings on the wings.
  • Patches of yellow, gray and blue identify the species, subspecies and sex.
  • A healthy parrotlet will be alert, have shiny feathers, a clean vent and clean feet.
  • Parrotlets can live up to 20 years.
                  PARROTLETS  AS  PETS
  • If you're interested in parrotlets as pets, please buy a hand-fed, well-socialized bird.
  • Parrotlets are very active, playful birds.
  • They need a roomy cage to keep them busy.
  • Because of their playful nature, get them a cage that is large enough for their
    acrobatics. A parakeet-sized cage might seem right for their size, but it is better to
    take a step up to a lovebird or cockatiel-sized cage.
  • The bar spacing should be no larger than 1/2 an inch so they cannot get their small
    heads caught between the bars.
  • It's always best to purchase the largest cage the customer can afford.
                                                              PERSONALITY
  • These small parrots have a courageous nature that belies their tiny size.
  • They are most closely related to the Amazon species, and many people refer to
    them as   "Amazons in pint-sized bodies" because of their often fearless nature.
  • They are bold, playful, clownish, fearless and determined.
  • Parrotlets frequently learn to talk. They have limited talking ability, but with
    patience and practice, can learn to say several words, short phrases, and many
    sounds and whistles.
  • Their voices are small in proportion to their size & at it's hard to recognize words.
  • Their natural sounds are very pleasant chirps.
  • The lack of noise makes them ideal for apartment or condominium dwellers.
  • A single hand-fed parrotlet can make a wonderful pet. It is not a good idea to keep
    two or more together as pets, because they are more likely to bond to each other
    and, as a result, have no need for human interaction.
  • If you want two parrotlet pets, I suggest they keep them in separate cages.
  • They love a variety of toys from which they can swing & hang, with mirrors & ladders.
  • They need a stimulating environment so they don't become bored. Purchase a lot of
    extra toys so they can rotate them weekly to keep their parrotlet amused.
  • Many parrotlets happily enjoy playing on a small gym outside the cage. However,
    remember that they are very small and should be supervised at all times when out.
  • They tend to like to hide behind cushions, which can have obviously dire results if
    the owner doesn't know where they are at any given moment.
  • If the bird is not on your shoulder or in its cage, keep your eye on it.
                  INTERACTION  WITH  OTHER  BIRDS
  • Although parrotlets enjoy being around different people, they do not always enjoy
    interacting with other birds.
  • A parrotlet can attack a much larger bird without regard for their own small size,
    particularly when they become mature enough to breed, they can become hostile
    towards other birds.
  • Do not allow your pet to be unsupervised around other birds just to be safe.
                                  CARE  AND TRAINING
  • Parrotlets, like their Amazon cousins, can be quite willful.
  • It is important to socialize and train them the same way you would a larger parrot.
  • Teach the "up" command from the beginning and use it at all times.
  • Remove the bird from its cage rather than letting it out on its own, using step "up"
  • A good book to buy parrots to go home with their parrotlet is Mattie Sue Athan's
    Guide to the Well-Behaved Parrot.
  • These little birds are often willing to be handled by all family members and visitors.
  • Generally, they are not one-person birds which makes them ideal for family pets.
  • Proper handling and consistent socialization & training keeps these birds happy and
    well-adjusted as pets.
  • Spend time with your parrotlets every day.
                                                             DIET
  • Parrotlets play hard and use a lot of energy. They need top quality nutrition.
  • A healthy diet of a variety of foods is the best.
  • Parrotlets thrive on a basic diet of fresh fruits, vegetables, greens, seed and pellets.
  • They should eat whole wheat bread, cooked rice, pasta and cooked dried beans.
  • If you're concerned about the time it takes to prepare food, many commercial heat &
    serve parrot mixes are available.
  • If fresh fruits and vegetables are difficult to obtain, frozen vegetables may be
    thawed to room temp. & substituted.
  • Although parrotlets are smaller than most budgies, parrotlets are true parrots they
    should not be given parakeet food.
  • Owners of parrotlets should buy them small or mini pellets and small hookbill seed.

                                                          DANGERS
  • Some foods are mild-severely toxic to birds.  SMOKING is DEADLY to birds.
  • NEVER feed birds chocolate, avocado, apple seeds, peach pits, cherries/apricots.
  • Caffeine is another danger. A sip of soda, coffee, or tea can put the bird in danger.
  • Any amount of alcohol or tobacco products are deadly.
American White/Fallow Baby
I no longer have parrotlets. If you are interested in getting a Blue /
Fallow or American White / Fallow, e-mail me and I can forward your
request to the person who purchased my parents that produce these.
Thank You.
                                              PARROTLET  BASICS

  • Parrotlets make good family birds because they enjoy interaction with many
    people. They are not a one-person birds.
  • In spite of their small size, parrotlets are true parrots. They are frequently
    compared to their larger Amazon cousins.
  • Parrotlets need a large cage and a lot of toys to keep them busy. Consider buying
    extra toys to rotate on a weekly basis to prevent boredom.
  • Parrotlets do well on a balanced diet of pellets, seeds, fruits, veggies and grains.
  • In spite of their tiny voices, these birds can talk. Be patient.  Not all birds will talk.
  • Enjoy your parrotlet for its personality regardless of whether it ever learns to talk.
  • Parrotlets need frequent handling to remain tame.
  • A parrotlet is a good choice for a pet because these birds are quiet.
  • It is easy for a tiny bird to get lost in a house. They need constant supervision
    when they are not in their cages.
  • Consider purchasing a play gym for the rooms you are in frequently so your
    parrotlet can hang out with you without always being on your shoulder.
  • Parrotlets, the smallest parrots in the world, and are little birds with
    short wedge-shaped tails and large beaks for their size.
  • Most species are less than 5 inches long and weigh less than 30 grams.
  • They are relatively new to the pet trade, and a sure attention grabber.
  • Everyone who sees one wants to know, "What kind of bird is that?"
  • If a customer is looking for a small, intelligent pet that is cute, friendly
    and quiet, a parrotlet may be the answer.
  • These birds are ideal for both the novice and experienced bird owner.