Eclectus parrot: incubation period, weaning age and breeding
Eclectus parrot eggs hatch after 26–28 days of incubation. Chicks fledge at 77–84 days and are weaned and independent at about 100–120 days. A typical clutch is 2 eggs.
Breeding numbers
| Item | Value |
|---|---|
| Adult weight (g) | 350-550 |
| Length (cm) | 35-42 |
| Clutch size | 2 |
| Incubation (days) | 26-28 |
| Fledging (days) | 77-84 |
| Weaning / independence (days) | 100-120 |
| Breeding age (maturity) | 24–36 months |
| Lifespan (years) | 30-50 |
| Breeding season | Year-round in captivity |
| Sexing | Strongly dimorphic from pin-feathers (~3-4 weeks): cock green, hen red/purple. |
Origin: New Guinea, Indonesian islands and northern Australia — Scientific name: Eclectus roratus
Size: 35-42 cm, 375-550 g
Breeding and care tips
Needs a fruit/vegetable-rich, low-fat diet with minimal synthetic supplements. The hen dominates.
Mutations and colours
Named only (not confirmed or polygenic — not used in the calculation): Blue.
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 Eclectus parrot eggs take to hatch?
Eclectus parrot eggs hatch after 26-28 days of incubation.
How many eggs does a Eclectus parrot lay?
Usually 2 eggs per clutch.
When do Eclectus parrot chicks leave the nest?
Chicks fledge at about 77-84 days old.
When are Eclectus parrot chicks weaned?
They are weaned and independent at about 100-120 days.
At what age can a Eclectus parrot breed?
A Eclectus parrot reaches breeding age at about 24–36 months; pairing earlier is not advised.
What is the Eclectus parrot breeding season?
Year-round in captivity
How do you tell a male Eclectus parrot from a female?
Strongly dimorphic from pin-feathers (~3-4 weeks): cock green, hen red/purple.
How long does a Eclectus parrot live?
About 30-50 years with good care.