Eclectus 101 Care Sheet The Eclectus (Ekkie) has the longest digestive track of all parrots, therefore, food sits longer in the intestines allowing for greater absorption of nutrients. Eclectus require more …

The Eclectus parrot is listed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List. Large populations of this parrot remain, and they are sometimes considered pests for eating fruit off trees.

Eclectus Parrots spend a considerable amount of time on the aviary floor and are therefore susceptible to infection with intestinal worms and fungi. These are relatively easily dealt with however simply by …

Female Eclectus are generally crimson red with a bluish-purple “vest,” with some of the blue-purple at the edges of the wings. The female’s beak is entirely black. Several subspecies are available as pets …

Adult Eclectus parrots benefit from paired with enrichment that challenges encourages interaction. They often develop strong preferences, so variety is key to keeping them engaged.

Eclectus parrots originate from Australia, New Guinea, and other South Pacific islands. Of the ten Eclectus subspecies, the three most commonly seen in captivity are the red-sided (Eclectus roratus …

How to Keep Your Eclectus Parrot Healthy, Happy and Safe! Take your eclectus to your veterinarian after purchase, then once annually for examinations. Provide stimulating environmental enrichment …