The cinnamon green-cheeked conure is a color mutation of the green-cheeked conure or parakeet. These birds are distinct from the typical green-cheeked conure because of their lighter green and fan feathering. In this article, we will discuss the cinnamon green-cheeked conure in detail, including its origin and history, its specific colors and markings, and where you can find one of these birds.
Species Overview
| Common Names: | Cinnamon green-cheeked parakeet |
| Scientific Name: | Pyrrhura molinae |
| Adult Size: | 10 inches long |
| Life Expectancy: | Up to 30 years |
Origin and History
The green-cheeked conure has origins in South America, specifically in Paraguay, Bolivia, Argentina, and Brazil. They are most commonly found in wooded areas and tend to live in flocks of up to 20 birds in treetops. Their green coloration helps them to blend in with the trees and camouflage themselves from birds of prey and other predators. The green-cheeked conure is a very popular pet bird, but its behaviors in the wild are not well-studied. What is known is that they tend to eat fruit, seeds, and flowers available to them from the trees in their natural habitat. Figs, in particular, comprise a large part of their diets in the wild.
