Parrotlets
The parrotlet is known as a perfect pocket pet.  Although it is the smallest true parrot, this little dynamo cannot scream.  The loudest chatter compares to an angry sparrow. P’lets are from the Amazon family, and definitely look like their big relatives. They have the same beak, the same rounded tail, and the same clownish personalities. Parrotlets can learn to talk, and because they are such a tiny bird, they will speak in a teeny, tiny voice.  They can be quite the little clowns both in and out of their cages. They do have the attitude of a full-sized parrot - if a pet feels neglected, it may scold its owner, or be nippy for a short while to teach them a lesson. 

At Birdie Brains Aviary, we raise two types of Parrotlets, the Pacific Parrotlet, and the Spectacled Parrotlet.  Although they are about the same size,(about 6 inches) they do have different characteristics, and temperaments.   

The Spectacled Parrotlet has a bit more timid demeanor than the Pacific P’let. It is an easy going bird that loves attention and its owner unless they are nesting, and when they are, they can be quite fierce defenders of the nest box!  Their green color is about the same as a normal green Pacific, but the male Spectacled Parrotlet has a distinct blue ring around its eye, thus giving it the look of wearing glasses, or spectacles. 

The Pacific Parrotlet is outgoing, and can be quite fearless in its own environment. When they are hand raised, they are sweet, wonderful pets. They love to hang out with their owner as much as possible, and as most parrots, they do need attention daily. When this is done, the bird forgets it is a bird and becomes part of your ‘people flock’, so he believes that he is one of your family just as everyone else! There are many variations of the Pacific P’let. We raise, including normal greens, blues, dilutes (a softer light blue), pastel (yellow), and some pieds.  Check our availability page to see what we have now! 

If handled daily from a young age, the parrotlet can be a wonderful pet for a child, a novice bird owner, or anyone who is intimidated by the bigger birds.

As with all birds, try to find a cage that will still give the bird room to flap in all directions, even after several perches and toys are added. Bar spacing should be no more than 3/8 apart.