Hand Fed Quaker or Monk / Mutation - Myiopsitta monachus
Product details
| Management number | 234726168 | Release Date | 2026/07/02 | List Price | US$195.00 | Model Number | 234726168 | ||
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| Common Name | Quaker, Monk Parakeet |
| Latin Name | Myiopsitta monachus |
| Average Lifespan | 25 - 30 Years |
| Average Length | 30 cm (12 Inches) |
| Average Weight | 127 - 140 Grams |
| Song Type | Shrill Calls |
Noise Level & Talking Ability
Quakers are very vocal parrots. They can be trained to talk, and easily keep up with African Greys and ring-necked parakeets. At times these birds can be noisy, so apartment living may not be advisable. Individual experiences vary. Noisier households will tend to have noisier birds, as birds are highly sensitive to environmental stimulus.
Physical Features
Green:
General plumage green; forehead bluish-grey; lores, cheeks and throat whitish-grey; breast brownish-grey, each feather edged with pale grey; upper abdomen olive-yellow; lower abdomen, rump, thighs and upper tail-coverts yellowish-green; outer webs of flight feathers blue; tail upper side green with blue down centre; underside pale green with grayish-blue base; periophthalmic ring grey; bill brownish-horn colour; iris dark brown; feet grey. Immatures with forehead tinged greenish.
Green Opaline:
Limey green with eye-catching, dark feather veins in the back and wings. The face and forehead often appear yellowish, especially in young birds. Because of this, some call this mutation "yellowface" however that term is not agreed on as being correct. The flight feathers are deep blue at the tips and gradually fade to almost white as they get closer to the body. The tail is green like the back, and often has bluish colour at the tip. Eyes, beak, and feet are the same as in normal quakers.
Blue:
Blue and gray in colour. Quakers tend to be temperamental but blue Quakers are noted to be slightly sweeter than the green. Naturally, this depends on the individual bird.
Blue Opaline:
Light sky blue overall with a whitish face and forehead. Breast and belly light grey. Eye, beak and feet are the same colour as in a normal quaker. The feathers on the back, wings and tail have dark veins which adds quite a striking appearance on the light background. Flight feathers darker toward the tip and become lighter closer to the body, eventually becoming almost white. The tail varies in colour from powder blue to deep blue.
Turquoise / Aqua:
Turquoise and Aqua are both parblue mutations. This means they reduce Psittacin (yellow pigment) partially but not fully. These birds are fairly uncommon, especially in Canada. Turquoise and Aqua are said to be two different mutations, where turquoise is more green and the colour is patchier and Aqua is more blue and uniformly spread. The exact look of these birds can vary a lot, but generally speaking there will be green tones, blue tones, and mixes of the two. The breast is still greyish, and the eyes, beak, and feet are not affected by this mutation.
Pet Profile
Quakers are extremely rewarding pets to own. They are highly intelligent and capable of learning many tricks and phrases. For this reason we tend to recommend quakers to people who have previous parrot experience and are confident in handling, training, and proper disciplining. While these guys are considered medium-sized, their brain power and capabilities have them rolling with the big shots. Like any relationship, there is give and there is take.
Quakers are affectionate birds and tend to bond strongly to one or two people. They can still make good family pets, proper socialization is key to success here. They enjoy being the centre of attention, often showing off their vocabulary and tricks any chance they get!
Diet
Pellets should be free-fed and available at all times, as should fresh water. Vegetables, herbs, grains, and legumes should be offered daily. Fruit can be offered every few days as it tends to be less nutritionally dense. Any fresh foods not consumed within 3 hours should be composted. Seeds and nuts can be used as a training treat, or offered in a controlled amount as a treat in a dish. Sprouting seeds helps to make them a healthier item to consume, if your quaker insists on eating a seed-based diet.
Housing
Quakers benefit from having lots of space. They do not stress easily, and therefore do not mind having a large cage. These birds have long tails, improper housing such as too small of a cage, or too narrow of bar spacing, may rat and tatter the tail. By nature quakers are nest builders, so we don't typically recommend snuggle huts to this species. Many people have used these without issue, though. Foraging and puzzle toys are important to keep their mind stimulated and prevent boredom. Perches should have a variety of textures and diameters to ensure the feet are being properly exercised and prevent issues down the road.
Breeding Information
| Age of Maturity | 18 months - 2 Years |
| Breeding Aviculture | Common |
| Average Clutch Size | 4 - 5 Eggs |
| Nest Box | 8 x 16 Inch |
| Breeding Life | 20 - 25 Years |
Wild Status
Stable - Increasing
Last assessed August 2018 for the IUCN Red List.
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