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Most Amazons are predominantly green, with
accenting colors that depend on the species and can be quite vivid.
Amazons, like all parrots, are zygodactyl, having four toes on each
foot—two front and two back. They feed primarily on nuts and
fruits, supplemented by leafy matter.
Several amazon species are commonly kept as pets,
including the Yellow-headed Amazon, Yellow-naped Amazon, and Blue-fronted
Amazon.
The Amazon parrot is the most trainable
of all parrots. The parrot is highly intelligent. They have the
capacity to learn
a large vocabulary of words. I’ve had Amazons that spend
hours mumbling to themselves and then all of a sudden blurt out
a whole new phrase. The parrot loves to learn new tricks and well
be glad to show the tricks off to you.
Amazons are known for their exceptional
vocal abilities, playfulness, and dexterity with their feet.
They are very loyal, loving companions; having them is somewhat
like having a two-year-old human child in ability and temperament
for 50-plus years. Amazons require more attention than other parrots,
so if you can't dedicate yourself or your time, I would suggest
selecting another breed. However, if you can spend the time, the
Amazon parrot is one of the most rewarding and loving pets you will
ever own.
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