Bird Basics: Sun Conures

Looking for a loving little bird that is easy to train and loves human companionship? Take a look at the lovely South American sun conure! These birds wear a rainbow of colors — brilliant yellows, reds and oranges and vibrant blues and greens. The younger birds will not be as brightly colored as the adults; full color and plumage will develop by one year of age. Beaks and feet are black, and you’ll see distinctive white patches around each eye. Sun conures can live more than twenty years — the average lifespan is between twenty-five and thirty years. They are … Continue reading