Conure Greater Patagonian behavior

The Greater Patagonian Conure is the largest of all the Conures. Some learn to talk and they usually bond very well with people, especially if hand-raised.

This Conure is not as widely available as other Conure species in many areas. The Greater Patagonian is almost unknown in American aviculture. They are rare in the pet trade, though if you are lucky you might find one in a zoo. Unknowing dealers may often sell Lesser Patagonian Conures as Greaters. Make sure you get what you pay for. Greater Patagonian Conures are very active. They love to play, climb and chew on toys, making for an entertaining parrot. Their ability to talk is usually quite good, though they can be very noisy. Greater Patagonian Conures are known for having sweet dispositions, and many of them will form close bonds with their owners. In the wild, these birds like to make their nests in the sides of cliffs, earning them the nickname, Cliff Dwelling Parrots. The Greater Patagonian Conure has been known to live as long as 25 years, but the average lifespan is only 12 years. With proper care and diet this can be increased.