Mealy Amazon
Amazona farinosa
Common questions
How much does a Mealy Amazon cost?
Most Mealy Amazons listed on BirdBreeders.com in the last twelve months were priced between $4,800 and $5,500, with a midpoint around $4,800. That is drawn from 13 real listings by breeders on this site over that period, not an estimate. Price varies with age, hand-feeding, DNA sexing and the breeder's location.
How long do Mealy Amazons live?
Mealy Amazons typically live 50-60 years in good conditions. That is a long commitment for any household, and worth planning for before buying rather than after.
How loud are Mealy Amazons?
Loud. Noise is the most common reason parrots are rehomed, so it is worth being honest with yourself about your home, your neighbours and the hours you keep before choosing a species.
Do Mealy Amazons talk?
Good talker. No individual bird can be promised to speak, whatever the species is known for, so buy for the company rather than the conversation.
What size cage does a Mealy Amazon need?
A minimum of 40in x 30in x 48in, and wider matters more than taller - birds fly across rather than up. Treat any minimum as a floor rather than a target.
Are Mealy Amazons good for a first-time owner?
For experienced keepers. Ask any breeder directly what they think of the match - a breeder who talks you out of a species is worth more than one who does not.
Do Mealy Amazons produce a lot of dust?
Low. It matters more than most people expect for anyone with asthma, and it is worth raising with a doctor before buying rather than afterwards.