THE BASIC CARE OF MEYERS PARROTS



Common Names: Meyers Parrot
Latin Name: Poincephalus meyeri
Adult Size: 10 Inches
Average Life Span: 35 Years
Talking Ability: Capable but only a few words

Meyer Parrots originate from Africa, where there is believed to be six subspecies.
The subspecies are:

Poicephalus meyeri meyeri which has yellow on the head with a turquoise belly

Poicephalus meyeri saturatus which has yellow on the head with a green belly

Poicephalus meyeri trasvaalensis which has yellow on the head with a greenish belly

Poicephalus meyeri matschiei which has yellow on the head and a bright blue belly

Poicephalus meyeri damarensis which has no yellow on the head and a turquoise belly

Poicephalus meyeri reichenowi which has no yellow on the head and a turquoise belly

Meyers are one of the smaller parrots reaching an adult size of approximate 10 inches. Hand reared babies make an ideal family companion, being friendly, affectionate & playful. The vocalization of the Meyers Parrot puts them in the quiet bird category, they may say a few words. My Meyers shout there names when they see me with a treat or peanut for them, otherwise they are quiet.

There diet consists of a premium parrot mix, cereal, seeds and plenty of fresh fruit & vegetable. As a treat I hand feed mine peanuts, they adore these. If you are looking for a small family companion then you won't go far wrong with the Meyers Parrot.