big bird
There is the possibility that parrots did descend from dinosaurs.. Be it as it may parrots nowadays come in various sizes none
of which approach the size of dinosaurs. Parrots are said to possess an intelligence comparable to that of small children.
Parrots bond strongly with humans and that is one of the reasons why they are so popular as pets.
Larger parrots
The larger parrots range in size from 81 to 100 cm (30 to 39in) in length with wing spans
reaching up to 120-140cm (48-56in); The Hyacinth Macaw is the largest parrot
measuring 100 cm in height with a wing span of approximatively 120cm, The Hyacinth
Macaw is easily recognizable on account of its cobalt blue colour. Is is a rare parrot and
is on the list of endangered species. The Hyacinth commands a high market price.
the medium sized parrots
In the 41-46 cm range there is a wide variety of parrots from several geographical locations. Here we find the
Umbrella and Blue-eyed cockatoos, the Chestnut-fronted, Blue-headed, Blue-winged and Golden-collared Macaws.
Amazons such as the St_voncent, yellow-Headed, Blue fronted and Yellow-crowned Amazons. The larger
conures such as the Blue-crowned, Mitred Sun, and Golden conures can also be found in this size category
The small parrots
Here we find the Major Nitchell pink cockatoo in the 35cm range as well as the Sulphur crested, yellow
crested and the Little Corella cockatoos. The African Grey parrot , the Eclectus and Pionus parrots
can also be found in this size range.
the tiny parrots
Here we can find the usual suspects such as budgies, parrotlets,
lovebirds, caiques, cockatiels and many conires.