Sun Conure
Bright, playful, and very social, with a surprisingly big voice. Sun Conure does best with daily out-of-cage time, consistent training, and plenty of enrichment.
size
Small to Medium
energy
High
noise
High
lifespan
20 to 30 years
socialNeeds
High
messLevel
Medium
trainability
Medium
talking
Sometimes
aloneTimeTolerance
Low
space
Medium cage plus daily out time
Best for
- People who want an affectionate, interactive companion bird
- Owners who can provide daily out-of-cage time and enrichment
- Homes that are not noise-sensitive
- Owners who enjoy short training sessions
Not ideal for
- Noise-sensitive homes
- Very busy schedules with long stretches of alone time
- Homes that need very quiet pets
- Anyone not comfortable with routine cleaning
Temperament
- Playful and social
- Often bonds strongly with consistent handling
- Can scream when bored or seeking attention
- Responds well to routine and rewards
Daily routine
diet: Fresh water daily. Quality pellets plus vegetables, with treats used in moderation.
enrichment: Rotate toys, add foraging opportunities, and use short training sessions for mental work.
outOfCageTime: Aim for supervised out-of-cage time most days once the environment is safe.
cleaning: Spot-clean daily, deeper clean weekly (liners, perches, and food bowls).
Living fit
apartment: Usually difficult due to loud vocalizations.
family: Can work with gentle, supervised handling and consistent routines.
firstTimeOwner: Possible for prepared first-time owners who commit to daily interaction and enrichment.
Health notes
- Birds hide illness. Watch for fluffed feathers, low appetite, changes in droppings, or reduced activity.
- Maintain bird-safe air quality. Avoid PTFE/Teflon fumes, smoke, aerosols, and scented candles.
- Find an avian vet for baseline checks and advice on diet and environment.
Cost and time
time: High. Needs daily active play, training, and enrichment.
cost: Moderate to high. Budget for toys, safe cage setup, and avian vet care.
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