Description
Crimson-Bellied Conure for Sale Online
The Crimson-Bellied Conure (Pyrrhura perlata) is a colorful South American parrot with a green body, blue markings, and a distinctive red abdomen.
Pyrrhura perlata
24 cm
85–94 g
Least Concern
Crimson-Bellied Conure Appearance
Adults have green plumage, a brown breast with pale and dark barring, yellow-green cheeks,
blue lower cheeks, and a blue hindneck collar. In addition, the wing bend, underwing area,
and abdomen show strong red coloring. The tail is brown and red, while the eye ring is bare and white.
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Amazon Basin Habitat
The Crimson-Bellied Conure occurs in the Amazon River basin from northern and central Brazil
to northeastern Bolivia. It uses lowland rainforest, dense forest edges, clearings, and secondary growth.
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Natural Diet
Wild Crimson-Bellied Conures feed on fruits, figs, flowers, and other plant foods.
For captive care, provide a balanced parrot diet with suitable fresh fruits, vegetables,
greens, and appropriate formulated food. Fresh water should always be available.
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Behavior & Social Life
Crimson-Bellied Conures are usually seen in small flocks. They may also join mixed groups
with other Pyrrhura species. Moreover, they often visit rivers and creeks to drink and bathe.
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Crimson-Bellied Conure Care
These active conures need safe toys, chewable branches, swings, ropes, ladders,
and foraging activities. They also enjoy bathing, so shallow water or a suitable mister
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Breeding & Nesting
The species presumably nests in tree hollows. A typical clutch contains 4–6 eggs,
and young birds usually fledge at around 7–8 weeks. :contentReference[oaicite:6]{index=6}
Conservation Status
The Crimson-Bellied Conure is currently listed as Least Concern
and included in CITES Appendix II. The World Parrot Trust notes
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Crimson-Bellied Conure FAQs
What is the scientific name of the Crimson-Bellied Conure?
Its scientific name is Pyrrhura perlata.
How large is a Crimson-Bellied Conure?
It reaches about 24 cm and weighs around 85–94 g.
What does a Crimson-Bellied Conure look like?
It has green plumage, blue markings, a brown patterned breast, and a red abdomen.
Where does the Crimson-Bellied Conure live?
It occurs in the Amazon River basin of Brazil and northeastern Bolivia.
What does it eat?
Its wild diet includes fruits, figs, flowers, and other plant foods.
Are Crimson-Bellied Conures social?
Yes. They are commonly seen in small flocks and sometimes mixed groups.
How many eggs does it lay?
A typical clutch contains 4–6 eggs, with fledging at about 7–8 weeks.
