Crimson-bellied conure: incubation period, weaning age and breeding
Crimson-bellied conure eggs hatch after 23–24 days of incubation. Chicks fledge at 45–50 days and are weaned and independent at about 60–70 days. A typical clutch is 3–5 eggs.
Breeding numbers
| Item | Value |
|---|---|
| Adult weight (g) | 75-95 |
| Length (cm) | 24 |
| Clutch size | 3-5 |
| Incubation (days) | 23-24 |
| Fledging (days) | 45-50 |
| Weaning / independence (days) | 60-70 |
| Lifespan (years) | 15-25 |
| Breeding season | Spring |
| Sexing | DNA |
Origin: Brazil and Bolivia (Amazon) — Scientific name: Pyrrhura perlata
Size: 24 cm, 75-95 g
Breeding and care tips
Brilliant wild colours; less prolific than green-cheek.
Mutations and colours
No colour mutation of this species is confirmed in the sources.
Zajel's genetics lab predicts chick colours from both parents for established mutations only; disputed ones are shown with a note and left out of the calculation.
Need the exact date? Use the egg hatch calculator and the weaning age chart.
Related species
- Peach-faced lovebird
- Fischer's & masked lovebird
- Black-cheeked lovebird
- Nyasa Lilian's lovebird
- Cockatiel
- Indian ringneck
- Alexandrine parakeet
- Plum-headed parakeet
Frequently asked questions
How long do Crimson-bellied conure eggs take to hatch?
Crimson-bellied conure eggs hatch after 23-24 days of incubation.
How many eggs does a Crimson-bellied conure lay?
Usually 3-5 eggs per clutch.
When do Crimson-bellied conure chicks leave the nest?
Chicks fledge at about 45-50 days old.
When are Crimson-bellied conure chicks weaned?
They are weaned and independent at about 60-70 days.
What is the Crimson-bellied conure breeding season?
Spring
How do you tell a male Crimson-bellied conure from a female?
DNA
How long does a Crimson-bellied conure live?
About 15-25 years with good care.