Rosella Mealy Parakeet

Platycercus adscitus palliceps

None listed at the moment

The breeders who raise them are still listed, and new birds appear regularly.

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Rosella Mealy Parakeet at a glance

Lifespan

15-20 years

Minimum cage

36in x 24in x 36in

Noise

Moderate

Talking

Rarely talks

Dander

Low

Experience

Some experience needed

Typical figures for the species, gathered from avian references. Individual birds vary.

Common questions

How long do Rosella Mealy Parakeets live?

Rosella Mealy Parakeets typically live 15-20 years in good conditions. That is a long commitment for any household, and worth planning for before buying rather than after.

How loud are Rosella Mealy Parakeets?

Moderate. 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 Rosella Mealy Parakeets talk?

Rarely talks. 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 Rosella Mealy Parakeet need?

A minimum of 36in x 24in x 36in, and wider matters more than taller - birds fly across rather than up. Treat any minimum as a floor rather than a target.

Are Rosella Mealy Parakeets good for a first-time owner?

Some experience needed. 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 Rosella Mealy Parakeets 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.

Prices, what the species has sold for over the years, and ratings from breeders who raise them are on the listings page.

Rosella Mealy Parakeet listings

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