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aviary birds for sale We specialise in premium colour mutations for both breeding purposes and hand raised companions. Our aviary birds are either DNA or nest sexed and come with DNA certificate if applicable, information on genetic parentage, known and possible splits and any available breeding history. Viewing of birds is by appointment only, which can be made through our contact page, Facebook page or calling 0423 470 041 . All prices are subject to change at our discretion, dependant on availability and market pricing, and our p rices are non-negotiable with the exception of multiple pairs. ​ Freight is available to most major airports via Virgin Australia and Qantas (regional), to read more about what is involved in air freighting, read here. ​ Where You Can Find Us: BIRD SALES None planned. Last Updated: 14 April 2024 ​ green cheeked conures ​Available Now: 2019 Green Opaline / Turquoise cock $200 Breeding history and DNA certificate available. 2019 SF Violet Turquoise Pineapple Hen (proven breeder) $450 Breeding history and DNA certificate available. 2019 SF Violet Turquoise Pineapple cock $450 ​ 2020 SF Violet Turquoise Pineapple Hen (proven breeder) $450 Breeding history and DNA certificate available. ​ 2021 SF Violet Turquoise Opaline / Cinnamon cock $450​​ ​ 2023 Green Pineapple DNA cock $200 2023 SF Violet Turquoise Opaline nest sexed hens x2, parent raised. $400 each (Parents DFVTOp x T) 2023 SF Violet Turquoise Pineapple DNA hen $450 ​ ​ quakers ​Pairs 2019 Cobalt / Opaline cock x 2022 Green Opaline / Blue hen​​​​ $1000 ONO Bonded but not proven. Cock proven with different hen, lineage has produced opalines. DNA certificate available for hen and breeding history for cock. Breed 8 colours: 4 colours of visual opalines and 4 colours of visual normals (males splits) in both sexes. ​ 2022 Green Pallidino / Blue x 2022 Cobalt $1000 ONO Bonding and in the same cage together, not proven. Hen DNA sexed with certificate, cockbird is pallidino so definite male. Breed 10 colours. Great mix for selling offspring as hand reared pets. ​ Singles (/ denotes split) All DNA cards available unless indicated otherwise ​ 2020 Blue / Pallid cock 2020 Dark Green / Pallid / Blue cock. Proven breeder ​ 2022 Green / Pallid / Blue DNA cock 2022 Green Pallidino / Blue cock *not DNA'd, but is a pallidino which can only be male 2022 Blue / Pallid / Opaline DNA cock. Proven breeder 2022 Blue Opaline DNA cock. Proven breeder 2022 Cobalt / ino DNA cock 2022 Cobalt / Pallid DNA cock. Proven breeder 2022 Cobalt / Pallid / poss Opaline DNA cock 2022 Cobalt Pallid DNA cock 2022 Dark Green / Blue DNA hen. Proven breeder 2022 Dark Green Pallid / poss Blue DNA hen. Proven breeder 2022 Cobalt hen 2023 Cobalt / Opaline cock 2023 Cobalt Turquoise / Opaline cock 2023 Cobalt Pallid cock 2023 Green Pallid / Blue cock 2024 (Jan) Dark Green Opaline / Blue cock ​ 2023 Blue Pallid hen 2023 Cobalt hen 2023 Dark Green Opaline / Blue hen 2023 Dark Green Pallid / Blue hen 2023 Olive Opaline / Blue hen 2024 (Jan) Cobalt Pallid hen ​ ​

the importance of balanced nutrition Avian nutrition is a topic that is ever-evolving; as parrot owners it is our responsibility to be informed and growing our knowledge in this area to ensure we are taking the best care of our birds. What your bird eats is so often neglected, which leads to a multitude of health issues such as moulting disorders, respiratory disease, growth abnormalities (beak, nail, tumours, etc), poor reproduction, egg binding and poor immune function. It is of utmost importance to learn and provide the most appropriate diet to our birds to keep them healthy, happy and problem free. In the wild, birds have access to literally hundreds of foods; their environment like a never ending buffet. Fruits and vegetables should be a main staple for your bird. Offering an assortment of food items will ensure your conure remains healthy throughout its life, given daily and served fresh, as spoiled fruits and vegetables will make your bird sick. ​ It is recommended to provide a base diet of formulated pellets, supplemented with seeds, nuts, fruit and vegetables. ​ what do we feed our parrots? We wean our baby birds onto a diet of our DIY pellet mix, chopped vegetables, soaked seed and sprouts. ​ Pellets In Australia, we are quite fortunate to have such a wide variety of quality pellets. Pellets are a compact, formulated diet made from grains, seeds, vegetables, fruits, and fortified vitamins and minerals. This prevents birds from picking out preferable seeds from their dish and helps to bridge the gap to balanced nutrition. As a 'base' for a parrot diet, pellets should make up approximately 40-60% of their overall food intake. However, a pelleted diet does not provide the variety and stimulation that parrots require and would receive in a wild environment (this is where the other elements come in, like fruit, vegetables, seed and foraging toys). Offer a dish of pellets available to your bird at all times, mixing a small amount of quality seed in additionally. ​ A mix of three or four different pellets will increase the enrichment value of foraging, while also creating that variation that they crave. ​ Some products we recommend are: ​ You can find the above pellets at most independent pet shops and online, here are a few to check out: Nicks Pet Needs (Vetafarm, Lauke Mills) Get Flocked (Vetafarm, Zupreem, Hari, plus Harrisons) Chipper Parrots (Vetafarm, Zupreem, Hari) Parrot Supplies (Vetafarm, Zupreem, Lauke Mills, Hari, plus also Versele Laga, Tops) Pet Shop Direct (Vetafarm, Zupreem, Roudybush, Hari, plus Versele Laga) Pet Circle (Vetafarm) Petstock (Vetafarm) Petbarn (Vetafarm) ​ There are other brands, such as Versele Laga, TOPS and Harrisons, which are premium quality, imported products however we have not had the chance to use them yet, in favour of more affordable, easily obtainable options like those above. ​ We have also tried Vetafarm B Calm, its unclear for us whether it actually improved anything. Use at your own discretion. It does look like Roudybush has been discontinued but still available sporatically. We do not recommend budget brands such as Passwells and Murphy's, as there are much better quality, tested brands available there is no need to use these. ​ FRUIT AND VEGETABLES It is extremely important that conures have access to fresh vegetables and fruit (sparingly) multiple times a week. Not only is this closer to their natural diet, but also provides hydration having a high moisture content. There are some foods, however, that are toxic to birds, so it is important to know what you can and can't give to your feathered friend. ​ FRUIT Apple (no seeds) Banana Blueberry Cherry Dates Goji berries Grape Kiwifruit Lychee (no seed) Mango Nectarine Orange Papaya Passionfruit Peach (no seed) Pear Pineapple Plum (no seed) Pomegranate Raspberry Strawberry Watermelon ​ HERBS Parsley, mint, basil, etc. VEGETABLES Beans Beetroot Broccoli Carrot Capsicum Chili (birds have no heat sense) Cauliflower Corn Cucumber Celery Fennel Greens (bok choy, chard, endive, rocket, silver beet, kale) Parsnip Peas Pumpkin Sweet potato Zucchini ​ BEANS & LEGUMES Chickpeas (garbanzo), kidney beans, black beans, pinto beans, etc. Wholemeal rice, wholemeal pasta OTHER​ Alternative seeds: chia seeds, flaxseed, alfalfa, barley, buckwheat, oats, sunflower, wheat berries, millet, quinoa, pepita (pumpkin seed) Nuts (unsalted): Almond, Brazil, Cashew, Peanut, Hazelnut, Macadamia, Pine nut, Pecan, Pistachio Cuttlefish (especially breeding hens) Boiled eggs Plain/unsalted rice cakes ​ TOXIC Alcohol Avocado Cheese and dairy Chives Chocolate Coffee/tea Junk foods Mouldy foods/grains Mushrooms Iceburg Lettuce (gives diarrhoea) Onion Rhubarb (especially the leaves) seed mix It is becoming more commonly known that an all-seed diet is not nutritionally balanced. Seeds given in moderation (just like the tip of the food pyramid) is beneficial, and some species like cockatiels and corellas can handle a higher percentage of seeds in their diet. But offering only seeds to your conure would ultimately be sacrificing their health and wellbeing, and setting them up for poor quality of life and shortened lifespan. It leads to your birds ageing a lot faster than they should, making them vulnerable to respiratory diseases, obesity, fatty liver disease, bone deformities and dull brittle feathers. ​ Let's look at the purpose of a seed, botanically: it provides a large amount of energy (in the form of fats) to power the germination and sprouting into a new plant. It then expends that energy as it grows and changes form (i.e. inert seed to living plant) and changes chemically and nutritionally. So providing an all seed diet, high in fats, oils and lacking in many minerals, amino acids and vitamins; is essentially feeding small parcels of starchy, fatty calories equivalent of a life eating only hamburgers. ​ Seed mixes, like Avigrain Cockatiel Blue or Peachface, or a mixture of both, are a great choice. Some commercial seed mixes contain sorghum and corn, which are fillers that are not usually eaten. Alternatively, sprouting seed and giving it to your birds changes the nutritional value of them and is highly beneficial and a great, nutrient dense food. ​ sproutED seed Sprouted seed has a much higher nutritional value than dry or soaked seed. As the seed, pea or bean germinates, it starts to use that stored energy and convert it to a highly bioavailable food source, more protein and less fat. It is best to allow the sprouts to grow small tails before you feed. Sprouts are great for breeding birds, making it easier for parents to feed their young a softer, palatable food, as well as the nutrients it provides for growing muscle and new feathers. A good sprouting mix will be economical, fresh, easy to germinate and fantastic fuel for your little parrots' body. Choose one with no sorghum, cracked corn and low in wheat. Avoid sprouting mixes with sorghum, as sprouting sorghum produces the toxin hydrocyanic acid (HCN) in levels which can be fatal to parrots (Sources: here , here and here) . ​ WHAT TO USE FOR SPROUTING A varied sprouting mix can include (but not limited to): mung beans wheat grey stripe sunflower (not black sunflower) dun peas hulled oats safflower Other optional additions can include: white french millet canaryseed alfalfa seed faba beans quinoa broccoli seeds adzuki beans lentils (green, red, french) whole corn ​ HOW TO SPROUT SEED Rinse: Place small amount of seed, enough for a few days' feed, in a sieve and rinse well. Soak: Transfer to small bowl or bucket and fill with clean water. Ensure you have fully covered the seed plus extra for it to soak it up. Soak overnight or up to 24 hours (if long soaking, rinse after 12 hours) Drain: After soaking, drain out the water with a sieve and rinse well Sprout: Set into a mesh tray or sprouting container and allow it to drain and air well. Pat dry with paper towel if required. Rinse: Rinse thoroughly with clean water every 10-12 hours for 2-3 days, as the seeds and beans sprout. Feed: Offer to your birds when they are fresh and the tails are a few millimetres long. Store in the fridge for up to 2 days to slow growth and ensure freshness. Note: If at any point your sprouting mix starts to smell, become slimy or grow visible mould, throw it out immediately. Do not risk feeding this to your birds, if there is any doubt. ​ TROUBLESHOOTING Sprouting is not an easy, set-and-forget process; it has many variables that need to be carefully balanced and managed. Some issues that may hinder your success are: Poor quality seed Unclean equipment Poor water quality: Chlorinated water or dirty tap water can make it quite difficult to sprout seeds successfully, inviting bacteria and disease to grow. Lack of drainage and ventilation: Seeds will become waterlogged if buried too deeply and not spread out enough to ensure adequate air flow. They need access to oxygen to sustain growth, and a lack can lead to bacteria and mold growth. Poor temperature control: Some seeds will do poorly when exposed to higher or lower temperatures. Optimum range is room temperature 20-25°C Bacteria, mold and yeast: Often introduced by poor water quality, unclean equipment or is airborne. Causes a foul,'off' smelling odour and can make the seed mix slimy and gluggy. Do not feed to your birds.

bird register 2023/24 Season - Quakers CDMA519 x CDMA511 (Max & Lily) | Clutch 1 (Mauve / Pallid / Opaline x Dark Green Pallid / Blue) Blue CDMA 570 Male Cobalt / Pallid / poss Opaline Quaker. DOB 22/11/23 Blue CDMA 571 Female Olive Opaline / Blue Quaker. DOB 24/11/23 Blue CDMA 572 Dark Green Pallid / Blue Quaker. DOB 25/11/23 GARY x CDMA 540 (Gary & Rosemary) | Clutch 1 (Cobalt / Opaline x Dark Green Opaline / Blue) Blue CDMA 573 Dark Green / Blue Quaker. DOB 12/11/23 Blue CDMA 574 Blue Quaker. DOB 13/11/23 Blue CDMA 575 Cobalt Opaline Quaker. DOB 14/11/23 Blue CDMA 576 Green Opaline Quaker. DOB 18/11/23 Blue CDMA 577 Cobalt Quaker. DOB 21/11/23 CDMA 532 x NLR (Navi & Lola) | Clutch 1 (Turquoise / Pallid / Opaline x Cobalt Opaline) Blue CDMA 579 Female Blue Pallid Quaker. DOB 1/12/23 Blue CDMA 580 Cobalt Turquoise Quaker. DOB 3/12/23 Blue CDMA 581 Blue Quaker. DOB 5/12/23 Blue CDMA 582 Blue Quaker. DOB 6/12/23 Blue CDMA 583 Cobalt Quaker. DOB 8/12/23 CDMA519 x CDMA511 (Max & Lily) | Clutch 2 (Mauve / Pallid / Opaline x Dark Green Pallid / Blue) Blue CDMA 584 Mauve Pallid Quaker. DOB 6/12/23 Blue CDMA 585 Female Dark Green Opaline Quaker. DOB 9/12/23 Blue CDMA 586 Pallid Quaker. DOB 11/12/23 Blue CDMA 587 Pallid Quaker. DOB 13/12/23 CDMA 534 (Dark Green / Blue) Blue CDMA 588 Female Dark Green Opaline Quaker. DOB 8/12/23 CDMA 555 (Dark Green Pallid / Blue) Blue CDMA 589 Cobalt Quaker. DOB 14/12/23 2023/24 Season - Conures BHA008 x PSA 93N (Duke & Daisy) | Clutch 1 (SFV Turquoise Cinnamon / Opaline x DFV Turquoise Cinnamon) Green CDMA121 Female SF Violet Turquoise Pineapple GCC. DOB 18/10/23 Green CDMA122 Male DF Violet Turquoise Cinnamon GCC. DOB 18/10/23 Green CDMA123 Female SF Violet Turquoise Pineapple GCC. DOB 20/10/23 Green CDMA124 Male SF Violet Turquoise Cinnamon GCC. DOB 24/10/23. Brooke Rapley Green CDMA125 Male SF Violet Turquoise Cinnamon GCC. DOB 27/10/23 Green CDMA126 Female SF Violet Turquoise Pineapple GCC. DOB 30/10/23. Zoe Yuan Green CDMA127 Male SF Violet Turquoise Cinnamon GCC. DOB 2/11/23. Jennifer Briskey GREG 242 x Turquoise (Darcy & Skittles) | Clutch 1 (DFV Turquoise Opaline x Turquoise) Green CDMA 128 Female SF Violet Turquoise Opaline GCC. DOB 16/10/23 Green CDMA 129 Female SF Violet Turquoise Opaline GCC. DOB 21/10/23 Green CDMA 130 Male SF Violet Turquoise / Opaline GCC. DOB 24/10/23. Jennifer Briskey Green CDMA 131 Female SF Violet Turquoise Opaline GCC. DOB 27/10/23 Green CDMA 132 Male SF Violet Turquoise / Opaline GCC. DOB 29/10/23. Kyle Smith Green CDMA 133 Female SF Violet Turquoise Opaline GCC. DOB 31/10/23 Green CDMA 134 Male SF Violet Turquoise / Opaline GCC. DOB 3/11/23 Tracey Walker Green CDMA 135 Female SF Violet Turquoise Opaline GCC. DOB 6/11/23 2756PSA9 x AUS18P022 (Louie & Missy) | Clutch 1 (Green Pineapple x Green Pineapple - high reds)​ Green CDMA 136 Female Green Pineapple GCC. DOB 19/10/23 Green CDMA 137 Female Green Pineapple GCC. DOB 20/10/23 Green CDMA 138 Male Green Pineapple GCC. DOB 23/10/23 Green CDMA 139 Female Green Pineapple GCC. DOB 25/10/23 Green CDMA 140 Male Green Pineapple GCC. DOB 26/10/23 Green CDMA 141 Male Green Pineapple GCC. DOB 31/10/23 032 DB x CDMA 69 (Dennis & Mia) | Clutch 1 (DFV Turquoise / Opaline x DFV Turquoise) Green CDMA 143 Male DF Violet Turquoise GCC. DOB 21/10/23 Green CDMA 144 Female DF Violet Turquoise GCC. DOB 21/10/23 DECEASED Green CDMA 145 Female DF Violet Turquoise GCC. DOB 24/10/23. "Juniper" Brianna Valentine Green CDMA 149 Female DF Violet Turquoise Opaline GCC. DOB 21/10/23. Rebekah Stewart 373 PSA x 2759 PSA9 (Bruno & Ari) | Clutch 1 (DFV Turquoise / Opaline x Turquoise) Green CDMA 146 Female SF Violet Turquoise GCC. DOB 25/10/23 Green CDMA 147 Male SF Violet Turquoise GCC. DOB 21/10/23. "Teddy" Amanda Giveen Green CDMA 148 Male SF Violet Turquoise GCC. DOB 21/10/23 2022/23 Season - Quakers LEN 33 x Turquoise Opaline (Turkey & Freya) | Clutch 1 (Green Pallid / Blue x Turquoise Opaline) Blue CDMA 528 Male Green / Opaline / Pallid / Blue or Parblue Quaker. DOB 7/11/21 Blue CDMA 529 Male Blue / Opaline / Pallid Quaker. DOB 10/11/22 Blue CDMA 532 Male Turquoise / Opaline / Pallid Quaker. DOB 10/11/22 "Navi" Blue CDMA 533 Male Blue / Opaline / Pallid Quaker. DOB 12/11/22 Blue / Opaline x Cobalt Opaline | Clutch 1 Blue CDMA 535 Male Cobalt / Opaline Quaker. DOB 7/11/21 Sam Little Blue CDMA 536 Male Cobalt Opaline Quaker. DOB 9/11/22 Dayna Duerkop Jimboomba, 0411308119 Blue CDMA 541 Male Blue Opaline Quaker. DOB 11/11/22 GREG 294 x GREG 120 (Basil & Paisley) | Clutch 1 (Dark Green / Pallid / Blue x Green Pallid / Blue) Blue CDMA 530 Male Cobalt Pallid Quaker. DOB 10/11/22 "Totoro" Simon Chen Sydney Blue CDMA 531 Female Green Pallid / poss Blue Quaker. DOB 11/11/22 "Bonnie" Scott Whyte Blue CDMA 534 Female Dark Green / Blue Quaker. DOB 15/11/22 CDMA501 x CDMA522 | Clutch 1 (Blue / Pallid x Green Pallid / Blue Blue CDMA 538 Female Blue Pallid Quaker. DOB 11/11/22 "Ranni" Rachel Leach Canberra 0459788906 Blue CDMA 539 Male Green Quaker / Pallid / Blue Quaker. DOB 15/11/22 CDMA519 x CDMA511 (Max & Lily) | Clutch 1 (Mauve / Pallid / Opaline x Dark Green Pallid / Blue) Blue CDMA 540 Female Dark Green Opaline / Blue Quaker. DOB 16/11/22 "Rosemary" Maranatha Aviaries CDMA 504 x CDMA 507 (Loki & Alice) | Clutch 1 (Dark Green / Pallid / Blue x Albino) Blue CDMA 542 Female Green Pallid / Blue Quaker. DOB 13/11/22 "Olive" Maureen Di Vaira, Parkerville Blue CDMA 543 Male Dark Green / ino / Blue Quaker. DOB 17/11/22 "Raphael" Chicago Gagliardi Adelaide, SA Blue CDMA 544 Male Green Pallidino / Blue Quaker. DOB 19/11/22 GREG 191 x GREG 283 (Coby & Princess) | Clutch 1 (Cobalt / Pallid x Blue Pallid) Blue CDMA 545 Male Cobalt / Pallid Quaker. DOB 20/11/22 David Bannister Brisbane 0447129682 Blue CDMA 546 Male Cobalt Pallid Quaker. DOB 21/11/22 Blue CDMA 547 Male Blue Pallid Quaker. DOB 23/11/22 "Cottonball" Blue CDMA 548 Male Cobalt Pallid Quaker. DOB 26/11/22 GREG 251 x GREG 295 (Colin & Molly) | Clutch 1 (Cobalt / Opaline poss / Pallid x Cobalt Pallid) Blue CDMA 549 Male Cobalt / Pallid / poss Opaline Quaker. DOB 29/11/22 Blue CDMA 550 Male Cobalt / Pallid / poss Opaline Quaker. DOB 1/12/22 Blue CDMA 551 Female Cobalt Quaker. DOB 4/12/22 Kristie Toowoomba Blue CDMA 552 Male Cobalt / Pallid / poss Opaline Quaker. DOB 5/12/22 Blue CDMA 553 Male Blue / Pallid / poss Opaline Quaker. DOB 6/12/22 CDMA526 x LEN30 (Bobby & Mable) | Clutch 1 (Cobalt Pallidino x Mauve) Blue CDMA 554 Male Mauve / Pallid or ino Quaker. DOB 15/12/22 "Timmy" Samantha Price GREG 294 x GREG 120 (Basil & Paisley) | Clutch 2 (Dark Green / Pallid / Blue x Green Pallid / Blue) Blue CDMA 555 Female Dark Green Pallid / Blue Quaker. DOB 29/12/22 CDMA519 x CDMA511 (Max & Lily) | Clutch 2 (Mauve / Pallid / Opaline x Dark Green Pallid / Blue) Blue CDMA 556 Female Olive Quaker DOB 3/1/23 Blue CDMA 557 Female Dark Green Opaline / Blue Quaker DOB 5/1/23 Dayna Duerkop CDMA 504 x CDMA 507 (Loki & Alice) | Clutch 2 (Dark Green / Pallid / Blue x Albino) Blue CDMA 558 Male Cobalt / ino Quaker. DOB 6/1/23 Blue CDMA 559 Female Blue Pallid Quaker. DOB 7/1/23 Blue CDMA 560 Female Blue Quaker. DOB 10/1/23 "Alice" Kim Jackson, Karana Downs GREG 191 x GREG 283 (Coby & Princess) | Clutch 2 (Cobalt / Pallid x Blue Pallid) Blue CDMA 561 Male Cobalt / Pallid Quaker. DOB 7/1/23 "Jak Jak" Brandi Luck Rockhampton (No Ring) Female Cobalt Pallid Quaker. DOB 9/1/23 Jennifer Thompson Blue CDMA 563 Female Cobalt Quaker. DOB 12/1/23 Blue CDMA 564 Male Cobalt / Pallid Quaker. DOB 14/1/23 Blue CDMA 565 Female Blue Quaker. DOB 16/1/23 Sold at Kempsey Sale GREG 294 x GREG 120 (Basil & Paisley) | Clutch 2 (Dark Green / Pallid / Blue x Green Pallid / Blue) Blue CDMA566 Female Green Pallid / poss Blue Quaker. DOB 21/2/23 Blue CDMA567 Female Dark Green Pallid / poss Blue Quaker. DOB 22/2/23 CDMA519 x CDMA511 (Max & Lily) | Clutch 3 (Mauve / Pallid / Opaline x Dark Green Pallid / Blue) Blue CDMA 568 Female Cobalt Pallid Quaker. DOB 21/2/23 Blue CDMA 569 Male Mauve / Pallid / poss Opaline Quaker. DOB 22/2/23 "Remi" Mei Ling Gold Coast 2022/23 Season - Conures 2756PSA9 x AUS18P022 (Louie & Missy) | Clutch 1 (Green Pineapple x Green Pineapple - high reds)​ Green CDMA 90 Male Green Pineapple GCC. DOB 22/7/22 "Bikkie" Mel Sutton Gympie Green CDMA 91 Female Green Pineapple GCC. DOB 23/7/22 "Cherry" Kymberley Mearns Mt. Larcom Green CDMA 92 Male Green Pineapple GCC. DOB 25/7/22 "Melon" Joshua Isles Brisbane Green CDMA 93 Female Green Pineapple GCC. DOB 27/7/22 "Tulu" Rebekah Stewart Brisbane Green Cinnamons | Mariana Reher Green CDMA 94 Male Green Cinnamon GCC. DOB 28/8/22 "Pickles" Ashley Muller Toowoomba Green CDMA 95 Male Green Cinnamon GCC. DOB 4/8/22 "Ollie" Abbie Henderson Springwood AUS18P017 x GREG194 (Bailey & Penny) | Clutch 1 (Green Opaline / Turquoise x DFV Green Pineapple / Turquoise) Green CDMA 96 Male SFV Green Opaline / poss Turquoise GCC. DOB 26/10/22 "Wally" Chicago Gagliardi Adelaide, SA Green CDMA 97 Female SFV Green Opaline / poss Turquoise GCC. DOB 28/10/22 "Gravy" Liana Joy Green CDMA 98 Male SFV Green Opaline / poss Turquoise GCC. DOB 2/11/22 "Marty" Jen Turner SC Green CDMA 99 Male SFV Turquoise Opaline GCC. DOB 8/11/22 "Rikr" Caitlyn Peterson 032 DB x CDMA 69 (Dennis & Mia) | Clutch 1 (DFV Turquoise / Opaline x DFV Turquoise) Green CDMA 100 Male DFV Turquoise / poss Opaline GCC. DOB 27/10/22 "Peanut" Melinda Mullins Green CDMA 101 Female DFV Turquoise GCC. DOB 29/10/22 Greg Crook Melbourne Green CDMA 102 Female DFV Turquoise GCC. DOB 4/11/22 "Pippa" Maranatha Aviaries Green CDMA 103 Male DFV Turquoise / poss Opaline GCC. DOB 6/11/22 Jennifer Thompson Newcastle Green CDMA 104 Female DFV Turquoise Opaline GCC. DOB 8/11/22 "Betty" Maranatha Aviaries 373 PSA x JMP 96 (Charlie & Moisy) | Clutch 1 (DFV Turquoise / Opaline x Turquoise) Green CDMA 105 Male SFV Turquoise / poss Opaline GCC. DOB 7/11/22 "Bruce" Niall Ryan Cairns Green CDMA 106 Male SFV Turquoise / poss Opaline GCC. DOB 9/11/22 "Ely" Julia Defina Oakey Green CDMA 107 Male SFV Turquoise / poss Opaline GCC. DOB 12/11/22 "Theodore" Deb Harback Tasmania Green CDMA 108 Female SFV Turquoise Opaline GCC. DOB 14/11/22 "Cybele" (Cybie) Melanie Elsworthy Melbourne Green CDMA 109 SFV Turquoise GCC. DOB 19/11/22 Justin Bamborough Newcastle justin76253@live.com.au BHA008 x PSA 93N (Duke & Daisy) | Clutch 1 (SFV Turquoise Cinnamon / Opaline x DFV Turquoise Cinnamon) Green CDMA 110 Male SFV Turquoise Cinnamon GCC. DOB 10/11/22 "Cupcake" Maria Nguyen Green CDMA 111 Female DFV Turquoise Cinnamon GCC. DOB 12/11/22 Jennifer Thompson Newcastle Green CDMA 112 Female DFV Turquoise Cinnamon GCC. DOB 14/11/22 "Naomi" Kim Sydney 0452346788 Kimliu940531@gmail.com Green CDMA 113 Male SFV Turquoise Cinnamon GCC. DOB 16/11/22 Ross Barnes Mackay 0419803334 Green CDMA 114 Male SFV Turquoise Cinnamon GCC. DOB 19/11/22 Justin Bamborough Newcastle justin76253@live.com.au 2756PSA9 x AUS18P022 (Louie & Missy) | Clutch 2 (Green Pineapple x Green Pineapple - high reds)​ Green CDMA 116 Female Green Pineapple GCC. DOB 6/12/22 "Opal" Kate Sahl GREG 242 x Turquoise (Darcy & Skittles) | Clutch 1 (DFV Turquoise Opaline poss / Cinnamon x Turquoise) Green CDMA 117 Female SFV Turquoise Opaline GCC. DOB 4/1/23 "Freya" Alyssa Paulsen Green CDMA 119 Female SFV Turquoise Opaline GCC. DOB 10/1/23 "Gwen" Kyran Jones Green CDMA 120 Male SFV Turquoise / Opaline GCC. DOB 16/1/23 "Jett" Maranatha Aviaries Green CDMA 118 Male SFV Turquoise / Opaline GCC. DOB 19/1/23 "Jack" Jasmin Pinnington 2021/22 Season - Quakers GREG 294 x GREG 120 (Basil & Paisley) | Clutch 1 (Dark Green / Pallid / Blue x Green Pallid / Blue) Blue CDMA 510 Female Blue Pallid Quaker. DOB 7/10/21 "Coco" Sarah Jane Szymanski 0431441903 Blue CDMA 511 Female Dark Green Pallid Quaker. DOB 9/10/21 "Lily" Maranatha Aviaries Blue CDMA 513 Female Blue Quaker. DOB 10/10/21 "Luna" Bettina and Mia Jordan GREG 191 x GREG 283 (Coby & Princess) | Clutch 1 (Cobalt / Pallid x Blue Pallid) Blue CDMA 514 Female Cobalt Quaker. DOB 12/11/21 Blue CDMA 515 Male Cobalt / Pallid Quaker. DOB 15/11/21 "Stormi" Shay Horsburgh Melbourne 0411311298 ​​ GREG 251 x GREG 295 (Colin & Molly) | Clutch 1 (Cobalt / Opaline poss / Pallid x Cobalt Pallid) Blue CDMA 516 Female Blue Quaker. DOB 6/11/21 (beak) Blue CDMA 517 Male Mauve / Pallid poss / Opaline Quaker. DOB 7/11/21 (beak) Blue CDMA 518 Female Blue Quaker. DOB 10/11/21 "Macey" Heidi Viljanen 0417636185 Wooloowin Brisbane Blue CDMA 519 Male Mauve / Pallid / Opaline Quaker. DOB 12/11/21 "Max" Maranatha Aviaries Blue CDMA 520 Female Cobalt Quaker. DOB 14/11/21 "Dory" Dayna Duerkop Jimboomba, 0411308119 GREG 294 x GREG 120 (Basil & Paisley) | Clutch 2 (Dark Green / Pallid / Blue x Green Pallid / Blue) Blue CDMA 521 Female Dark Green poss / Blue Quaker. DOB 29/11/21 "Sage" Shay Horsburgh Melbourne 0411311298 Blue CDMA 522 Female Green Pallid / Blue Quaker. DOB 1/12/21 "Peri" Vicki Stevens, 6 Petrie Street Leichhardt 0438115598 CDMA 504 x CDMA 507 (Loki & Alice) | Clutch 1 (Dark Green / Pallid / Blue x Albino) Blue CDMA 524 Female Blue Quaker. DOB 6/12/21 Rebecca Budby, Mackay 0400716671 Blue CDMA 525 Female Green Pallid / Blue Quaker. DOB 7/12/21 Patrick Loy 111 Thallon Road, Kensington Grove Blue CDMA 526 Male Cobalt Pallidino Quaker. DOB 10/12/21 "Bobby" Maranatha Aviaries 2021/22 Season - Conures 2756PSA9 x AUS18P022 (Louie & Missy) | Clutch 1 (Green Pineapple x Green Pineapple - high reds)​ Green CDMA 51 Female Green Pineapple GCC. DOB 24/9/21 "Coco" Karen Kernan 0411 052 441 Green CDMA 50 Male Green Pineapple GCC. DOB 25/9/21 "Tiki" Jo Madden 0422 076 250 Bundaberg Green CDMA 52 Male Green Pineapple GCC. DOB 29/9/21 "Leo" Cate and Emma Cameron 0401 034 179 Anstead Green CDMA 53 Male Green Pineapple GCC. DOB 1/10/21 Tianna-lee Wright 0455 272 515 Melbourne Green CDMA 54 Male Green Pineapple GCC. DOB 3/10/21 "Charlie" Mark Loparow 0438777111 Brisbane ​ 015 DB x 2759 PSA9 (Apollo & Ari) | Clutch 1 (DFV Turquoise x Turquoise) Green CDMA 56 Male SF Violet Turquoise GCC. DOB 27/9/21 "Mako" Rhiarn Harris Woolongabba Green CDMA 55 Female SF Violet Turquoise GCC. DOB 29/9/21 Tianna-lee Wright 0455 272 515 Melbourne Green CDMA 57 Female SF Violet Turquoise Opaline GCC. DOB 1/10/21 Wayne Luke 0402 341 807 Canberra Green CDMA 58 Female SF Violet Turquoise Opaline GCC. DOB 7/10/21 Katrina Mobbs 047874860 Gold Coast​ AUS18P017 x CDMA 33 (Bailey & Cleo) | Clutch 1 (Green Opaline / Turquoise poss / Pallid x SFV Turquoise Pineapple) Green CDMA 59 Male SFV Green Opaline GCC. DOB 2/10/21 "Rocket" Nikki Parish Brisbane 0414988514 Green CDMA 60 Male SFV Green Opaline GCC. DOB 4/10/21 "Hydro" Connor & Mark Reeve, Suzanne Pierssene, Toowoomba Green CDMA 61 Female Green Opaline GCC. DOB 6/10/21 Katrina Mobbs 047874860 Gold Coast Green CDMA 62 Male SFV Green Opaline GCC. DOB 8/10/21 Leonie Skillington ​ GREG 242 x GREG194 (Darcy & Penny) | Clutch 1 (DFV Turquoise Opaline poss / Pallid x DFV Green Pineapple / Turquoise) Green CDMA 63 Female DFV Turquoise Opaline GCC. DOB 2/10/21 "Juniper" Emma Lily Wulkuraka Green CDMA 64 Female DFV Green Opaline GCC. DOB 2/10/21 "Zena" Susan Hughes 0422753033 Gold Coast (RIP 20/1/22) Green CDMA 65 Male DFV Turquoise Opaline GCC. DOB 8/10/21 "Indy" Nikki Parish Brisbane 0414988514 Green CDMA 66 Male DFV Green Opaline GCC. DOB 10/10/21 "Ollie" Shari McCullum ​ 373 PSA x V T Pine (Juliet) | Clutch 1 (DFV Turquoise / Opaline x SFV Turquoise Pineapple) Green CDMA 68 Male SFV Turquoise Opaline GCC. DOB 7/10/21 "Gar (Garfield)" Sarah Ashley Saines Green CDMA 69 Female DFV Turquoise GCC. DOB 7/10/21 "Mia" Maranatha Aviaries Green CDMA 70 Female SFV Turquoise Opaline GCC. DOB 10/10/21 Melinda Mullins Green CDMA 71 Male DFV Turquoise GCC. DOB 15/10/21 "Teal" Crystal Bates, Griffin LLPA96N x MM0852 (Charlie & Delilah) | Clutch 1 (Turquoise Pallid x Turquoise Opaline) Green CDMA 72 Male Turquoise GCC. DOB 10/11/21 "Dio" Rayna-Jade Ellem 2756PSA9 x AUS18P022 (Louie & Missy) | Clutch 2 (Green Pineapple x Green Pineapple - high reds)​ Green CDMA 76 Female Green Pineapple GCC. DOB 1/12/21 "Skittles" Anastasia Job 0468913540 Lockyer Valley Green CDMA 77 Female Green Pineapple GCC. DOB 3/12/21 "Zoey" Susan Hughes 0422753033 Gold Coast Green CDMA 78 Male Green Pineapple GCC. DOB 5/12/21 Jayne Clifford, Charleville GREG 242 x GREG194 (Darcy & Penny) | Clutch 2 (DFV Turquoise Opaline poss / Cinnamon x DFV Green Pineapple / Turquoise) Green CDMA 80 Male DF Violet Green Opaline GCC. DOB 11/12/21 Louise 0402721745 Green CDMA 82 Male DF Violet Turquoise Opaline GCC. DOB 17/12/21 Jennifer Thompson 1373 Glendonbrook Rd Glendonbrook NSW 2330 0427263602 AUS18P017 x CDMA 33 (Bailey & Cleo) | Clutch 2 (Green Opaline / Turquoise poss / Pallid x SFV Turquoise Pineapple) Green CDMA 84 Male Green Opaline GCC. DOB 27/12/21 Michael Clancy "Parrots for Purpose" Gold Coast Green CDMA 85 Male SF Violet Green Opaline GCC. DOB 29/12/21 Michael Clancy "Parrots for Purpose" Gold Coast Green CDMA 86 Male SF Violet Turquoise Opaline GCC. DOB 1/1/22 "Blue Boy" Maranatha Aviaries Green CDMA 87 Female Turquoise Opaline. DOB 3/1/22 "Rory" Chicago Gagliardi Adelaide, SA LLPA96N x MM0852 (Charlie & Delilah) | Clutch 2 (Turquoise Pallid x Turquoise Opaline) Blue CDMA 527 Male Turquoise / Pallid / Opaline GCC. DOB 11/1/22 "Rexy" Noela McKewen, 0448924102 West End Brisbane Green CDMA 88 Male Turquoise / Pallid / Opaline GCC. DOB 13/1/22 "Yoshi" Pamela Smiley, Rockhampton Green CDMA 89 Female Turquoise Pallid GCC. DOB 15/1/22 Daniel Leary, Brisbane 2021 Season - Cockatiels Arlo (Whiteface Cinnamon / Pearl) x Honeybee (Cinnamon) | Clutch 1 Green CDMA 47 Female Cinnamon Pearl / Whiteface Cockatiel. DOB 18/8/21. "Mary" Samanatha 0466 229 974 Green CDMA 48 Female Cinnamon Pearl / Whiteface Cockatiel. DOB 19/8/21 "Paris" Terena & Jasper 0416 556 200 24 Solomon Lane Wongawallan Q 4010 Green CDMA 49 Male Cinnamon / Whiteface Cockatiel. DOB 23/8/21 "Bobby" Samantha 0466 229 974 ​ Arlo (Whiteface Cinnamon / Pearl) x Honeybee (Cinnamon) | Clutch 2 Green CDMA 73 Female Cinnamon Pearl / Whiteface Cockatiel. DOB 7/11/21 German Lady Green CDMA 74 Female Cinnamon Pearl / Whiteface Cockatiel. DOB 9/11/21 Michael Clancy "Parrots for Purpose" Gold Coast Green CDMA 75 Female Cinnamon Pearl / Whiteface Cockatiel. DOB 12/11/21 Michael Clancy "Parrots for Purpose" Gold Coast 2020 Season - Quakers GREG294 x GREG120 (Basil & Paisley) | Clutch 1 (Dark Green / Pallid / Blue x Green Pallid / Blue ) Blue CDMA 500 Female Green Pallid Quaker. DOB 22/10/20 Don Collins Crows Nest 0407654513 ​ GREG202 x GREG283 (Blue & Princess) | Clutch 1 (Blue / ino x Blue Pallid) Blue CDMA 501 Male Blue/Pallid Quaker. DOB 3/11/20 Blue CDMA 502 Male Blue/Pallid Quaker. DOB 4/11/20 "Eldron" Vicki Stevens, 6 Petrie Street Leichhardt 0438115598 Blue CDMA 503 Male Blue/Pallid Quaker. DOB 6/11/20 Barb Skinner-Martin Plainland 0423 636 480 ​ GREG294 x GREG120 (Basil & Paisley) | Clutch 2 (Dark Green / Pallid / Blue x Green Pallid / Blue ) Blue CDMA 504 Male Dark Green/Pallid/Blue Quaker. DOB 24/11/20 "Loki" Maranatha Aviaries Blue CDMA 505 Female Green Quaker. DOB 29/11/20 "Yoda" Daniel Thompson Logan GREG 191 x CPG577 (Coby & Angel) | Clutch 1 (Cobalt / Pallid x Blue Pallid) Blue CDMA 506 Female Blue Quaker. DOB 28/11/20 "Scout" Brooke Tosswill GREG202 x GREG283 (Blue & Princess) | Clutch 2 (Blue / ino x Blue Pallid) Blue CDMA 507 Female Albino Quaker. DOB 1/12/20 "Alice" Maranatha Aviaries Blue CDMA 509 Female Blue Quaker. DOB 9/12/20 "Lapis" Caroline Peterson Brisbane ​ 2020 Season - Conures GREG125 x 2759 PSA9 (Rio & Ari) | Clutch 1 (SFV Turquoise Pineapple x Turquoise) Green CDMA 22 Female SFV Turquoise Pineapple GCC. DOB 1/9/20 "Koko" Crystal Bates Griffin Brisbane 0481857382 Green CDMA 23 Female SFV Turquoise Pineapple GCC. DOB 1/9/20 "Pip" Paige Holdsworth 0424944243 Sydney Green CDMA 24 Female SFV Turquoise Pineapple GCC. DOB 2/9/20 "Phoebe" Taylor Zapantis 0466617003 Ipswich Green CDMA 25 Female Turquoise Pineapple GCC. DOB 5/9/20 "Mochi" Tony Warwick Tamborine Mountain Green CDMA 26 Female Turquoise Pineapple GCC. DOB 7/9/20 Karen Coble Goodna Green CDMA 27 Female Turquoise Pineapple GCC. DOB 9/9/20 "Lolly" Jess McCullough Brisbane Green CDMA 28 Male SFV Turquoise GCC. DOB 12/9/20 "Peri" Emma Lily Wulkuraka ​ Jenny's Clutch (Green Pineapple x Green Pineapple) Red AUS18P022 Female Pineapple GCC. DOB approx 25/9/20 "Missy" Maranatha Aviaries Red AUS18P023 Male Pineapple GCC. DOB approx 28/9/20 "Rowdy" Shani Sanders Brisbane 0434910324 Red AUS18P024 Male Pineapple GCC. DOB approx 30/9/20 "Mikey" Taylor 0431437329 Plainland Red AUS18P025 Male Pineapple GCC. DOB approx 1/10/20 "Rocky" David McMullan 0413985178 Brisbane ​ 2756 PSA9 x V Turq Pine (Louie & Juliet) | Clutch 1 (Green Pineapple x SFV Turquoise Pineapple) Green CDMA 29 Female SF Violet Green Pineapple GCC. DOB 11/10/20 Karen Coble Goodna Green CDMA 30 Female Green Pineapple GCC. DOB 12/10/20 "Loca" Sarah Green Toowoomba Green CDMA 31 Female Green Pineapple GCC. DOB 14/10/20 "Phoebe" Shari McCullum Green CDMA 32 Male Green Pineapple GCC. DOB 18/10/20 Tony Browning Sunshine Coast ​ GREG125 x 2759 PSA9 (Rio & Ari) | Clutch 2 (SFV Turquoise Pineapple x Turquoise) Green CDMA 33 Female SFV Turquoise Pineapple GCC. DOB 3/11/20 "Cleo" Maranatha Aviaries Green CDMA 34 Female SFV Turquoise Pineapple GCC. DOB 5/11/20 Jennifer Thompson 1373 Glendonbrook Rd Glendonbrook NSW 2330 0427263602 Green CDMA 35 Female SFV Turquoise Pineapple GCC. DOB 7/11/20 Tony Browning, Sunshine Coast Green CDMA 36 Female Turquoise Pineapple GCC. DOB 10/11/20 "Calypso" Skye Browne Brisbane Green CDMA 37 Male SFV Turquoise GCC. DOB 13/11/20 Brad Scott Glenlogan Parrots Glenlogan ​ A&M19 x GREG197 (Sonny & Missy) | Clutch 1 (Green Pineapple / Turquoise x SFV Green Pineapple / Turquoise) Green CDMA 38, Female SFV Green Pineapple GCC. DOB 12/11/20 "Jade" Josh Tabone Brisbane Green CDMA 39, Male SFV Green Pineapple GCC. DOB 13/11/20 Michael Healy Brisbane 0423291646 Green CDMA 40, Male Green Pineapple GCC. DOB 15/11/20 "Gus" Michael Healy Brisbane 0423291646 Rehomed November 2021 to Matt John Green CDMA 41, Male Turquoise Pineapple GCC. DOB 18/11/20 "Ducky" Maranatha Aviaries Green CDMA 42, Male SFV Green Pineapple GCC. DOB 23/11/20 Kathryn Burns Moura 0400341661 ​ LLPA96N x GREG194 (Charlie & Penny) Clutch 1 (Turquoise Cinnamon x DFV Green Pineapple / Turquoise) Green CDMA 43, Female SFV Green Cinnamon GCC. DOB 29/11/20 Kathryn Burns friend Cal Moura Green CDMA 44, Female SFV Green Cinnamon GCC. DOB 1/12/20 Brad Scott Glenlogan Parrots Glenlogan Green CDMA 45, Male SFV Turquoise Cinnamon GCC. DOB 3/12/20 "Rafiki" Sam Trainor Ipswich Green CDMA 46, Male SFV Turquoise Cinnamon GCC. DOB 5/12/20 Jennifer Thompson 1373 Glendonbrook Rd Glendonbrook NSW 2330 0427263602 2019 Season Peachy x Amber | Clutch 1 (Green Opaline / Cinnamon x Turquoise Opaline) Red AUS18P017 Male Opaline GCC. DOB 21/10/19 "Bailey" Maranatha Aviaries Red AUS18P018 Male Green Opaline GCC. DOB 22/10/19 "Louie" Sharon 0422 363 643, Gold Coast Red AUS18P019 Female Green Opaline GCC. DOB 24/10/19 "Lily" Emma, then sold to 0405466686 Brisbane Red AUS18P020 Male Green Opaline GCC. DOB 26/10/19 "Merlin" Kayla Brisbane - now Maranatha Aviaries Red AUS18P021 Male Green Opaline GCC. DOB 29/10/19 "Neo" Emily 0481 678 810, Ipswich 2018 Season Peachy x Amber | Clutch 1 (Green Opaline / Cinnamon x Turquoise Opaline) Red AUS18P011, Canberra. Male Green Opaline GCC. DOB 30/9/18 "Safari" Stacey Mitchell 0424611808, Canberra. Red AUS18P012, Brisbane. Female Pineapple GCC. DOB 29/9/18 "Poppy" Nikki Parish Brisbane 0414988514 Red AUS18P013, Sydney. Male Green Opaline GCC. DOB 28/9/18 "Ringo" Kat Pether 0408407053, Sydney. Red AUS18P014, Canberra. Male Green Opaline GCC. DOB 4/10/18 "Nibbles" Trina, Canberra Red AUS18P015, Canberra. Female Green Opaline GCC. DOB 6/10/18 "Topaz" Stacey Mitchell 0424611808, Canberra Red AUS18P016, Canberra. Female Green Opaline GCC. DOB 8/10/18 "Sooki" Rebecca, 0432734310, Canberra 2017 Season Peachy x Amber | Clutch 1 (Green Opaline / Cinnamon x Turquoise Opaline) Green band Male Green Opaline GCC. "Nigel" Patrice 0404429595, Canberra. Red band Female Green Opaline GCC. "Kiki" Liesl 0417273301, Canberra. Yellow band Female Green Opaline GCC. Canberra Blue band Male Green Opaline GCC. DOB 5/11/17. Joel 0402376747, Brisbane 2022 (94-95) 2022 (84-89, 527) 2021 (71, Alex, Moustache) 2021 (47,48,49) 2020 (29-35, 500-503) 2022 (90-93) 2022 (72-82, 514-522) 2021 (50-70, 510-513) 2020 (36-46, 504-509) 2020 (22-28, P022-P025)

green-cheeked CONURE: SPECIES PROFILE The humble green-cheek is a very popular pet bird, for good reason. We might be a little biased, but we think they are so pretty darn spectacular! The size of a cockatiel with the personality of a macaw and full of mischief and crazy antics. They are highly social, generally quiet, great with children and brilliant fliers. They are very fast learners, and can even learn to say a few words and tricks. Although they are not overly noisy, their infrequent alert calls can pose problems to people living in apartment complexes. They are more chatty than screechy. If you want a tiny shoulder companion who is always up for snuggles, a conure might just be the right pet for you! ​ COMMON NAMES Green-cheeked conure, green-cheeked parakeet, green-cheeked parrot ​ SCIENTIFIC NAME Pyrrhura molinae ​ 10 inches (26cm) and between 60 and 80 grams ​ aDULT SIZE LIFE EXPECTANCY With adequate diet, care, health, stimulation and love, your green-cheeked conure can live up to 25-30 years. However, most live only 10 years, due to owner neglect. This is why it is imperative to learn and grow our knowledge about avian care. ​ ORIGIN AND HISTORY The Green-Cheeked Conure is native to South America, living in the forests of Brazil, Argentina, and Paraguay. In the wild, they tend to live in large flocks of 10-20 birds. ​ Colours and markings Green-cheeked conures are monomorphic, meaning both sexes have identical colouring. They naturally occur as 'green/natural' and 'yellowsided' in the wild, but there are a multitude of new colours that have been developed in captivity. They are characterised by their vivid colours: red tails, green and blue wing feathers, black head plumage and bare white rings around their eyes. ​ Some colours that are bred in captivity are: pallid (cinnamon), pineapple, opaline (yellowsided), parblue (or more commonly referred to as turquoise), turquoise yellowsided, turquoise cinnamon, turquoise pineapple, and even pied, violet (single and double factor) and dilute. To learn more about the different colour mutations, read here . ​ housing requirements Conures, by nature, are very inquisitive, playful parrots. They need to have adequate room to play, forage, fly/flap and explore their surroundings. For birds, this is usually a cage or enclosure, which becomes your bird's "safe place". Their cage should provide sufficient room to freely spread both wings. Choose the largest cage you can afford and that will fit well in your space. ​ A cage recommended to house a green-cheeked conure should be at the very least 60x60x60cm, but recommended 80x90x55cm with between 15-19mm wide bar spacing. A cage with a playtops and doors with locking mechanisms are an advantage. Select natural branches to use as perches, as these provide different thicknesses, textures and enrichment to promote foot health. Conures love to chew and should be given ample toys for the sole purpose of destroying and keeping them occupied. We purchase all our toys from Unique Beaks Handmade Bird Toys which are made with bird-safe natural dyes, stainless steel, plastic, wood and accessories. You can find them on Facebook here. ​ Items such as pony beads, paddlepop sticks, paper, untreated pine, paper straws, wax-free cupcake liners, and finger traps make great toys for inquisitive beaks to shred. Some metals, such as galvanised steel, lead, and zinc can cause metal poisoning, so it is best to use stainless steel wherever possible. ​ Feeding your conure a balanced, nutritionally dense, varied diet is imperative to maintaining healthy physical and mental wellbeing. This should consist of a base diet of formulated pellets, low-fat seeds, sprouted seed, vegetables and a small amount of fruit. For more details on diet and nutrition for your parrot, read about it here. ​ diet and nutrition common health problems Conures are known to be susceptible to feather plucking. This could have medical causes, or it could be contributed by boredom, or lack of mental stimulation (handling, variation in routine, not enough/any toys). Annual (or more often if required) checkups are highly advised to ensure your parrot is in best health, as diagnosis and treatment of any disease or illness can be given earlier rather than later. ​ Diseases known to affect conures include: Proventricular Dilatation Disease (PDD: An incurable viral disease. Symptoms: regurgitation, crop impaction, poor appetite, weight loss, weakness, muscle wastage), Psittacine Beak and Feather Disease. (PBFD: An incurable, contagious viral disease which attacks feather follicles, beak and claw tissue. Symptoms: damaged and deformed feathers, claws and beak, cracking and peeling of the outer layers of the claws and beak, lethargy, vomiting/diarrhoea) Beak malocclusion (Misaligned beak ie. scissor beak. Can be caused by beak injury/trauma. Symptoms: beak not lining up properly when closed) Aspergillosis (A sickness from exposure to mould spores. Symptoms: severe difficulty breathing, decreased/loss of appetite, frequent drinking and urination, cyanosis (a bluish coloration of mucous membranes and/or skin), sudden death) ​ Here are some avian vets in South East Queensland whom we have good dealings with and feel confident enough to recommend. There are others in the southern corner, however we would not recommend them. ​ THE EXOTICS VET Dr. Vanessa Harkess BVSC (Hons I) MANZCVS (Avian Health) 22 Ashmole Road, Redcliffe QLD Phone: (07) 3060 2112 Hours: Tuesday to Saturday 9am to 5pm, Closed Sunday and Monday https://theexoticsvet.com/ ​ BRISBANE BIRD VET Dr. Adrian Gallagher BVSC (Hons) MANZCVS (Avian Health) 248 Hamilton Rd, Chermside QLD Phone: (07) 3359 2233 Hours: Monday, Wednesday, Friday 9am to 5pm, Tuesday and Thursday until 7pm, Weekends closed https://brisbanebirdvet.com.au/ ​ BRISBANE BIRD & EXOTICS VETERINARY SERVICE Dr. Deborah Monks BVSc (Hons), Cert Zoo Med (RCVS), ECZM Diplomate (Avian Medicine), FANZCVS (Avian Medicine and Surgery) 191 Cornwall Street, Greenslopes, QLD Phone: (07) 3217 3533 Hours: Monday to Friday 8:30am to 6:00pm, Saturday 8:30am to 12:00pm, Closed Sundays & Public Holidays https://bbevs.com.au/

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Green-Cheeked Conure Colours & Mutations We have so many wonderful colours available in Australia, with even more available overseas additionally. Here is an overview to help you identify your own conure, someone else's, or choose your next family member. The following photographs are the property of Maranatha Aviaries ©. ​ DO NOT screenshot, save or republish any copyrighted photographs from this website without expressed permission by the owner. This is a copyright infringement and punishable by law. ​ We are also working on cataloguing side-by-side comparisons of some of the mutations, feel free to check them out here. ​ Jump to: Green Variants Opaline Variants Cinnamon Variants Pineapple Variants Turquoise Variants Turquoise Opaline Variants Turquoise Cinnamon Variants Turquoise Pineapple Variants ​ ​ green green opaline (yellow-sideD) SF VIOLET green opaline (yellow-sideD) dF VIOLET green opaline (yellow-sideD) green cinnamon sf violet green cinnamon green pineapple High Red green pineapple sf violet green pineapple DF Violet green pineapple turquoise sf vIOLET turquoise df vIOLET turquoise Turquoise Opaline (Yellow-sided) SF Violet turquoise opaline (yellow-sided) dF Violet turquoise opaline (yellow-sided) turquoise cinnamon SF VIOLET turquoise cinnamon df violet turquoise cinnamon turquoise pineapplE SF Violet turquoise pineapple

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ABOUT MARANATHA AVIARIES Welcome! I'm Camille, a companion parrot breeder located in the heart of the gorgeous Lockyer Valley. I keep, breed and handraise beautifully natured green-cheeked conures and quakers. READ MORE WHY BUY YOUR NEXT BIRD FROM US? We know how important it is that your new family member is a perfect fit. Here's why: Tame & Friendly Each of our babies are handled every day, get plenty of snuggles and are doted on by our two kids. Matched To You We allow as much time as you need at your appointment, ensuring you find one that matches best to you. Play, snuggle and play some more. Social & Well-Mannered We believe being raised with a family enables our babies to integrate seamlessly from our home to yours. They learn etiquette with children and other flock members, step up commands and begin recall training. lifetime support We include a comprehensive care brochure, sample of food and safe toy when you take your baby home, but the support doesn't stop there. You can contact us whenever you like, for as long as you like. Confident & PLAYFUL Our birds join us in our daily tasks, such as chores, meal time and during playtime explore the house. We provide them with plenty of safe toys to chew and destroy. DNA Tested We DNA test and leg ring each one of our birds to guarantee you can choose the most compatible gender to add to your family; oh and pick the perfect name of course. View our available birds COLOURS OF THE RAINBOW Different colours, same exceptional quality. We breed a variety of colours in green, turquoise and violet. VIEW OUR COLOURS A CUT ABOVE THE REST Fancy a quaker that's a little different to the others? You've come to the right place: we have plenty of 'fancy' to choose from. VIEW OUR COLOURS

WHY CAN'T I BUY AN UNWEANED BIRD? A commonly asked question when it comes to buying a new parrot is "Can I buy it as a baby and feed it myself? I've heard it will bond to me better". No judgment here, we can understand the allure of caring for your own little baby and how that could seem beneficial to some, but unfortunately this is not only bad practice from a breeder's perspective, but also not in the bird's best interest. Let's unwrap this topic. ​ What does the law say? The Queensland Code of Practice for Pet Shops, published by the Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry (DAFF), aims to provide "advice on accepted standards for managing other animal species for sale at pet shops", and by extension we believe this is applicable to breeders also. In Section 11.1 it explains "All animals offered for sale should be weaned and fully self-sufficient (able to feed themselves unaided. Juvenile birds should be self-sufficient and fully feathered (moult permitting)." ​ Additionally, as a professional breeder and even as parrot owners, we are subject to the Animal Care and Protection Act 2001 (you can read it here) and owe a duty of care to any animal that we are in charge of (ie. own). That means we are required to provide for any animal's needs that is in our care, including its food, water, living conditions and environment, treatment of disease/injury and that the animal is handled appropriately and correctly. ​ what are the health risks? When young, unweaned birds are being reared by persons that don't have suitable equipment and/or expertise, you are risking both short-term and long-term health problems. Baby birds need so many aspects of their environment and husbandry "just right", to ensure they become healthy and well rounded companions for you. Hand-rearing baby parrots is a complex process with so many variables that can negatively affect the outcome of your bird, including: ​ Temperature controlled environment Being kept in too cold or too hot of a brooder or enclosure can affect digestion function and stunt growth rates. Professional thermostat brooders which efficiently regulate temperature, can be a costly investment (from $400 up into the thousands) and unnecessary expense just for one or two birds. ​ Incorrect formula temperature: Formula fed too hot can cause burns in the crop and inside the beak, and too cold can cause sour crop (bacterial / yeast infection). In the case of burns, a hole can perforate in the crop, allowing crop contents into the body as digestion slows and nutritional deficiencies result. Fatal if untreated. ​ Insufficient food volume and nutrients: Baby birds can quickly starve to death in the hands of an inexperienced handler. Baby birds are used to a feeding schedule, formula type/brand, quantity and method of feeding, changes to this environment can cause developmental delays and food refusal due to stress. Professional hand-rearers know what volume of food is required for each feed, and ensure the bird is receiving enough formula and thus sufficient nutrients each day. Without this, the baby bird is at risk of developing Metabolic Bone Disease - a painful condition directly resulting from poor nutrition and a largely avoidable disease. It results from imbalances in vitamin D, calcium and other trace elements such as vitamin A. You can read more about MBD here . ​ Incorrect feeding processes: Inhalation of formula called aspiration, where formula is fed into the trachea instead of the oesophagus. Causes infection and pneumonia, can kill within seconds in bad cases. Requires extensive vet intervention if bird is to survive, if at all. ​ Incorrect handling processes: The crop while baby parrots grow, is very stretchy in comparison to a grown parrot's crop, in order to accommodate the larger volume of food per feed. As such, this increases the risk of aspiration (see above) if the bird is grabbed suddenly or held incorrectly, thus putting pressure on the full crop pushing the contents back into the beak and likely down the trachea. Keeping them clean: Formula feeding, whether with syringe or spoon, can be a very messy process for the untrained. It can leave baby birds caked in formula which dries like concrete, damages their feathers and potentially introduce bacteria that will make them sick. ​ Ensuring weaning to completion: It is important that a baby bird is able to fully sustain its dietary needs on its own before it goes to its new home. This means eating a wide variety of foods independently, such as pellets, seeds, grains, fruit, vegetables and so on. Without this skill, they are at risk of starving themselves as they wait for their next feed, while the new owners may be unaware that the bird has stopped eating. Unweaned fledglings will often stop eating if they are too hungry as well. This process takes longer for some individuals, and longer for others. ​ With so many things that could go wrong in the hand-rearing process, it is best to leave it to the professionals to finish raising your new bird to completion. ​ But will it still bond to me? Yes, of course. A bird that is purchased young and allowed to integrate well into a new household will absolutely bond to you without much trouble at all. It is not necessary for them to experience being hand fed by you in their nourishment stage, in order for them to see you as their companion. A new owner who involves their new family member in the daily runnings of their life, such as playing games, watching movies, sharing snacks or doing the housework will have an eager and loyal little friend for life. ​ What about the breeder? As a professional breeder, it is in everyone's best interest that the bird you are purchasing is of premium quality. We want to avoid you any potential heartache, veterinary bills, or drama that come from taking a bird home before it is ready. We take immense pride in the quality of our birds, and love to see them thriving and ready for their new adventures; an independant, curious and perfectly healthy bird to bring you many years of joy. ​ Selling birds that meet our high standards ensures you receive what you are paying for, and nothing less. Our decision not to sell unweaned birds is not a reflection on any person in particular or their skills or ability. It is simply our decision to safeguard the quality of birds bearing our leg rings and breeding reputation, and adhering to the legislation that keeps our birds safe. As always, your purchase includes lifetime support from us, whether it be for information on diet, behaviour, questions or even just to update and chat! ​ You can download, print and read the following resources that have been referenced:​ Queensland Code of Practice for Pet Shops: DOWNLOAD Animal Care and Protection Act 2001: DOWNLOAD ​

Faq What birds do you breed? We breed green-cheeked conures, quakers and Bourke's parrots in many different mutations. We are always researching and educating ourselves about other species of parrots, so different birds might join us in the future! ​ Where are you located? You can find us approximately 1 hour west of Brisbane, in the Lockyer Valley, Queensland. ​ Are your birds handraised? We breed both handraised and aviary birds, and specialise in producing high quality companion parrots in less common colours. ​ What is included when I purchase a handraised bird? The price for your new family member includes: your new bird, DNA sexing certificate, closed leg band with unique identifier, care information booklet, three samples of their regular food to make the transition easier (pellet mix, soaked seed mix, sprout mix), a safe shreddable toy and foot toy. Each purchase with us gives you lifetime support so you can rest assured help is here if you need it. ​ What should I bring when I come to pick up my bird? You will need to bring your travel cage with a suitable perch and food and water dishes. Please do not bring a box, we will not let your bird leave without a proper crate or cage. If you have not paid in full prior to your appointment, please bring cash and ensure your crate is clean and disinfected. Travel cages are also available for purchase from $20.00. ​ How can I pay for my new bird? We prefer cash at the time of purchase, or alternatively a deposit via bank transfer. All deposits are non-refundable, and a $100 deposit is required to hold birds prior to weaning, or to ensure your space on our waiting list. Please note we do not accept bank transfer of the final balance on pickup day as it is not guaranteed to be cleared the same day. No birds will be released without balance paid in full. ​ Do you offer payment plans? We don't offer AfterPay/ZipPay and the like, but we do allow you to pay off the balance of your bird in increments as we are raising them for you. With each payment, we will send you through a receipt as confirmation it has reached our account, and to help keep track of the balance owing. No birds will be released without balance paid in full. ​ Are the prices negotiable? No, we believe our pricing is quite reasonable. Prices fluctuate due to market value, colouring/mutation and species. ​ Do you send birds via freight? Yes, we use Virgin Air Freight to ensure your parrot/s get to you quickly and safely. Pricing to send one parrot in a single compartment freight box starts at $180-190 (single) or $200-250 (double) to most capital city airports. Our price includes not only the freight price itself, but the cost of the box and an allowance for tolls and fuel. If your bird comes with a care package, this will be sent separately through Australia Post. For multiple pairs, please contact us for a pricing quote, as we can tape multiple freight boxes together. ​ Can I buy a bird that is unweaned and feed it myself? No. We only sell our baby birds once they are confidently weaned and feeding themselves successfully. The sale of juvenile birds to owners without proper experience and knowledge is extremely dangerous for young birds, and can even be fatal. To read more on why, click here . ​ What happens when my circumstances change and I can longer care for my bird? Can I return it to you? Yes, all purchases come with our Lifetime Return and Support Guarantee. Please note we do not pay for returned birds. ​ Why does my new bird have a leg ring? We add a closed (welded shut, unable to be removed without being cut off) with a unique identifier to ensure that DNA results are correctly attributed to the right bird, for our records and tracing of genetics and also as a secondary identification of ownership. Our birds are rung with custom bands initialled "CDMA" (Camille Dammasch Maranatha Aviaries) followed by a unique number. This number will correspond to the number on your DNA certificate, and the band should be retained if removed. ​ There have been cases where leg rings have caused injury to parrots by getting caught, or chewed/clamped tight cutting off circulation. It is up to your discretion whether to keep their band on or have it removed by the vet at their annual health check-up. ​ I lost my DNA sexing certificate? Can I get another copy? Yes, of course. Send us an email with your details and we can resend a soft copy at our earliest convenience. ​ Are you a member of a bird club? Yes! We are financial members of the Parrot Society of Australia and the Queensland Bird Breeders Association. ​

is a parrot the right pet for you? Maybe you saw a cute bird at a pet shop, or in a video, and you were wowed by its gorgeous colours and playful demeanor. Or maybe you have met a bird of someone elses' and decided you wanted one of that species, too. However, each bird is an individual, and they often differ in quality from breeder to breeder, so know that you may not get a bird that behaves the same way as another without significant effort and training on your part, if at all. ​ Are you able to cope with being bitten? One thing that is common among all parrots is that they all bite. It is unreasonable to assume that you will never get bitten by your parrot, and new owners need to understand that they will at some point get bitten by their bird no matter how tame they are. Oftentimes owners misread the body language and miss subtle clues that indicate that the parrot is feeling threatened, is upset, in pain, or just not liking the situation. We may be intimidated by the size of their beak, and this is relayed to the bird causing fear induced behaviours like biting. ​ patience Parrots are often considered 'starter' pets, especially for kids. There are many misconceptions when it comes to correctly managing a parrots' physical and mental health, and it can sometimes lead to impulse purchases without understanding the whole scope of their care. Are you thinking of adding a new feathered member to your family? Take some time to consider the following points to help you make an educated decision: ​

Stock List BAY 1 No Ring - Cock - Blue / Opaline (Unrelated) No Ring - Hen - Cobalt Opaline (Unrelated) ​ BAY 2 CDMA521 Dark Green Pallid / Blue CDMA519 Mauve/Pallid/Opaline ​ BAY 3 2759PSA9 - Ari - Hen - Turquoise (Parent of CDMA33) Blue 015 DB - Cock - DFV Turquoise (unrelated) ​ BAY 4 LEN 33 - Cock - Green Pallid / Blue (Unrelated) Freya - Hen - Turquoise Opaline ​ BAY 5 GREG 242 - Darcy - Cock - DFV Turquoise Pineapple poss / Cinnamon (unrelated) Skittles ​ BAY 6 GREG 294 (Grey) - Cock - Dark Green / Pallid / Blue (Brother to GREG 295, Parent to CDMA504) GREG 120 (Orange) - Hen - Green Pallid / Blue (Parent to CDMA504) ​ BAY 7 373 PSA - Cock - DFV Turquoise (unrelated) JMP 96 - Turquoise ​ BAY 8 GREG 251 (Green) - Cock - Cobalt / Opaline poss / Pallid (Unrelated) GREG 295 (Grey) - Hen - Cobalt Pallid (Sister to GREG294) ​ BAY 9 Green 032 DB - Cock - DFV Turquoise (unrelated) CDMA69 - Hen - DFV Turquoise (Daughter of VTPine and 373 PSA) BAY 10 GREG 191 - Cock - Cobalt / Pallid (Unrelated) GREG 283 (Orange) - Hen - Blue Pallid (Parent to CDMA507) ​ BAY 11 LEN 30 - Hen - Mauve (Unrelated) CDMA526 Cobalt Pallidino ​ BAY 12 CDMA 504 - Cock - Dark Green / Pallid poss / Blue (Offspring of GREG294 & GREG120) CDMA 507 - Hen - Albino (Offspring of GREG283) ​ BAY 13 Bourkes x3 Honeybee ​ BAY 14 BHA008 Duke Daisy ​ BAY 15 2756PSA9 - Louie - Cock - Green Pineapple (Unrelated) AUS18P022 - Missy - Hen - Green Pineapple (Unrelated) ​ BAY 16 CDMA501 - Blue / Pallid - (Son of GREG202 & GREG283, Brother to CDMA504, Half brother to CDMA514) CDMA522 - Green Pallid / Blue - (Daughter of GREG294 & GREG120, Sister to CDMA504, 511) ​ HOLDING 1 CDMA516 Blue CDMA517 Mauve CDMA502 - Blue / Pallid - (Son of GREG202 & GREG283, Brother to CDMA504, Half brother to CDMA514) ​ HOLDING 2 GREG 122 - Cock - SFV Turquoise Pineapple (Brother to GREG 125 & V T Pine Hen, Uncle to CDMA33) Cinnamon hen Green Hen Merlin V T Pine - Hen - SFV Turquoise Pineapple (Sister to GREG 125 & GREG 122, Uncle to CDMA33) CDMA87 SFVTOP GREG 194 - Penny - Hen - SFV Green Pineapple / Turquoise (Sister to GREG 198) AUS18P017 - Bailey - Cock - Green Opaline / Turquoise poss / Cinnamon (Unrelated) CDMA33 SFVTPine