The Jenday Conure
Fast Facts
Perhaps the most affectionate type of conure
Generally less high-strung than other types of conures
Generally less high-strung than other types of conures
Jenday Conure Native Region & Natural Habitat
Native Region:
Brazil
Natural Habitat:
Woodlands
Average Size in Grams: 101-200 grams
Cost to Acquire: $500-$999
Interaction Level: Highly Social
Good Pet for a Child? Yes
Cage Size: Medium
Average Lifespan: 13-20 years
Involvement Required: Medium
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Jenday Conure Care, Feeding and Behavior
Fresh water/pellets/fresh produce daily, medium-sized cage, paper and wood toys for chewing and destroying, exposure to radio or television when alone to keep company, significant amount of time out of cage daily to socialize and be handled, annual veterinary check-ups, regular nail clipping +/- misting, best housed singly
Jenday Conure Personality & Behavior
social, affectionate, playful, cuddly
Zupreem Primary Food Recommendation: FruitBlend
If Converting Jenday Conure From A Seed Diet To A Pellet Diet, What is the Best Conversion Method?
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Health and Common Conditions:
feather picking, avian ganglioneuritis/bornavirus, psittacosis, aspergillosis, psittacine beak and feather disease
Does Jenday Conure Typically Bond to One Person?
Not generally
Do They Bite? Nips
Can You Put More Than One In The Same Cage? Maybe
Best Bird Food and Treats For Jenday Conure
Zupreem Natural
Zupreem Sensible Seed
Zupreem Pure Fun
Zupreem Real Rewards
