There are approximately 30 different types of Amazon Parrots. They vary in size, temperment, colour and noise.

Many Amazons can talk and one of the great things about them is that they will talk and/or sing when they are not home or in a familiar place. They are also not apt to be one person birds and usually will go to all members of the family equally. They may have their favourite person, but usually accept everyone in the family.

Amazons are often on the go – playing, singing, socializing and in general, just having fun. They usually adapt to new situations without problems.




I love this picture taken by a friend of mine, Dennis Saydak of The Best Little Henhouse of his Amazon, Harley in flight. Dennis has written an article Understanding Amazon Behaviour and you can find a link to this article on his website.

Amazons (especially males) have been known to develop personality fluctuations during the spring. This would be breeding season and their hormones can go a little bit crazy whether there is a female Amazon around or not. During these times, a bird that is usually easy going can be unpredictable and you will have to be careful handling him, with a decision sometimes to not handle him being the wiser choice.

You must remember that this is a temporary phase and will pass. If he becomes too difficult you may chose to lessen the period of light during the day by an hour or so by covering the cage or putting the cage in a darkened room. During the rest of the day, you should be able to continue on as usual.

Some of the more popular and readily available Amazon Parrots include the Double Yellow Headed, Blue Fronted, Mealy, Orange Winged, Red Lored and Yellow Nape.

Amazon.com has several books about Amazon Parrots