Meyer's Parrot

The breeding season usually coincides with the rainy season, when food is more abundant.

Pairs nest in tree cavities.

The female normally lays 3 to 4 eggs, which she incubates for 26-28 days.

During this time, the male is in charge of foraging for food for both of them.

Chicks remain in the nest for about 8 weeks before they start flying.

Meyer's Parrots usually live in pairs or small groups.

It is a relatively silent bird compared to other parrots, although it may make high-pitched calls to communicate with its group.

They are curious and intelligent birds, spending much of the day foraging in trees and on the ground.

They are also excellent climbers thanks to their strong beak and legs.

Meyer's Parrot is currently not considered an endangered species, but faces some threats:

Habitat loss due to deforestation.

Capture for the pet trade.

Changes in land use in its area of distribution.

Despite this, their populations remain relatively stable in many regions of Africa.

In the wild, their diet is mainly herbivorous and very varied.

It feeds on:

Seeds, Fruits, Berries, Berries, Flowers and Sprouts

Occasionally it may also consume small insects or larvae as a protein supplement.