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Amazon parrots

The thirty-some species in the genus Amazona (Amazon parrots) are naturally found in South and Central America. They’re medium-sized parrots that make popular pets for their ability to imitate human speech and other sounds.

Amazon parrots can make great, well-mannered pets, but they do need some special care and are not for beginners. Find articles on everything Amazona, like Amazon parrot lifespan, care and more.

Double yellow headed Amazon parrot headshot in the sun.

Double Yellow Headed Amazon | Amazona oratrix Care & Info

Published: April 26, 2021Modified: January 2, 2023

Thinking about adding a double yellow headed Amazon parrot (Amazona oratrix) to your family? These Central American parrots are beautiful, social and amazing talkers, but they’re not for everyone. Keep …

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  • About
  • Parrots by species
    • List of parrot species
    • African grey parrots
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    • Budgies
    • Caiques
    • Cockatiels
    • Cockatoos
    • Conures
    • Eclectus
    • Indian ringnecks
    • Lories & lorikeets
    • Lovebirds
    • Parakeets
    • Parrotlets
    • Quaker parrots
  • Parrot care
    • Parrot accessories
    • Parrot diet
    • Parrot comparisons
    • Parrot DIY
    • Parrot facts
    • Parrot lifespan
    • Parrot talking
    • Parrot training
    • Wild parrots