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LineoLated Parakeets or Barred Parakeet
Bolborhynchus l. lineola and Bolborhynchus l. tigrinus are the 2 subspecies
Description -Linnies are slightly larger than parrotlets. The Lineolated parakeets have a more hawk-like shaped head compared to the rounder head of the parrotlet. Their large eyes give them a very calming appearance. These birds are not sexually dimorphic ,as the males and females visually look similar, with males appearing to have more black on their tail tips and shoulders. This is not always an accurate indicator of sex . To be absolutely positive in sexing, they need to be sexed surgically or through DNA testing.
Weight- 45-57 grams Size 6-7 in long Life Span- 15-20 years
Colors- The normal greens are a bright green color with an almost iridescent sheen, having a yellowish green with sometimes a blue tinge on the forehead. Captive breeding has produced a “blue” series bird and a dark factor adding even more mutations to the color wheel. In the green series birds there are normal greens, dark greens (a green bird with one dark factor) and olives (a green bird with two dark factors) The “blue” series are mauves (a par-blue bird with the double dark factor), cobalts (a par-blue bird with a single dark factor), and turquoise or sky blue (without the dark factor). The greens and par-blues have a very striking dark greenish black barring to them, thus the name Barred Parakeet. The Lutino and Creamino, mutations have also been produced. These colors are sex-linked and have red eyes. The Creamino is a “blue” series thus, carrying both the blue and the yellow pigment. Lutinos and creaminos do not have any barred markings. Some of the newer mutations are the Cinnamon and the dilutes. Native Habitat-Lineolateds are found from southern Mexico to Western Panama in the dense forests and mountain areas. Behavior and Characteristics- If you like the size of the parrotlet, but not quite sure if you are able to match their attitude, then the linnies are for you. They tend to be less territorial than the parrotlets. Linnies prefer running across the perch or floor vs. flying. They love to hang upside down from the top of the cage or their toys. When startled or excited, they will drop to the floor to run. They will fan their tail out to show distress. Linnies can appear to be somewhat klutzy! Linnies do not sit upright on a perch, but rather at a 45% angle. They move in a horizontal fashion by placing one foot in front of the other. They can usually be kept with other linnies, as they are not very territorial. They do have the capability of talking and using their feet to hold food or toys, just like the larger parrots. Linnies have a very pleasant vocalization, which makes them very suitable for apartment living. Linnies love a good shower, be on guard they may even take a dive in the sink!!! Fresh food is the main meal of my linnies, with fruit an essential addition. Because they eat so much fresh food, their stool can seem rather loose. A favorite fruit of mine is fresh raspberries and apples. Linnies also seem to drink frequently, so fresh water is a must. You will find you can’t stop at just one; you will want a flock of the little darlings!
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Lutino Hen Ms. Law in background and Bea a Creamino Hen in foreground |
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Normal Green Male - Pops |
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*All photos on this site are privately owned and cannot be used without permission of the owner. Thank you Sheri |