Blue-headed pionus: incubation period, weaning age and breeding
Blue-headed pionus eggs hatch after 24–26 days of incubation. Chicks fledge at 63–70 days and are weaned and independent at about 84–100 days. A typical clutch is 3–5 eggs.
Breeding numbers
| Item | Value |
|---|---|
| Adult weight (g) | 230-290 |
| Length (cm) | 28 |
| Clutch size | 3-5 |
| Incubation (days) | 24-26 |
| Fledging (days) | 63-70 |
| Weaning / independence (days) | 84-100 |
| Breeding age (maturity) | 36–48 months |
| Lifespan (years) | 25-40 |
| Breeding season | Spring |
| Sexing | DNA. |
Origin: Central and South America — Scientific name: Pionus menstruus
Size: 28 cm, 230-290 g
Breeding and care tips
Wheezes when stressed (normal); prone to vitamin-A deficiency.
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 Blue-headed pionus eggs take to hatch?
Blue-headed pionus eggs hatch after 24-26 days of incubation.
How many eggs does a Blue-headed pionus lay?
Usually 3-5 eggs per clutch.
When do Blue-headed pionus chicks leave the nest?
Chicks fledge at about 63-70 days old.
When are Blue-headed pionus chicks weaned?
They are weaned and independent at about 84-100 days.
At what age can a Blue-headed pionus breed?
A Blue-headed pionus reaches breeding age at about 36–48 months; pairing earlier is not advised.
What is the Blue-headed pionus breeding season?
Spring
How do you tell a male Blue-headed pionus from a female?
DNA.
How long does a Blue-headed pionus live?
About 25-40 years with good care.