Jandaya Conure

The Jandaya Conure is a bright, cheerful, and highly expressive parrot known for its fiery mix of yellow, orange, and green colours. Very social and playful, this bird loves attention and activity. At Able Village Kannur, the Jandaya Conure quickly becomes a visitor favourite because of its bold colours, lively behaviour, and friendly personality.

Appearance & Size

Jandaya Conures are medium-sized parrots with striking colours.

• Head & Face: Bright yellow with orange shading
• Chest & Belly: Orange to reddish-orange
• Wings & Back: Green
• Beak: Strong, curved black beak
• Eyes: Dark, expressive eyes
• Tail: Long green tail
• Length: Around 30–32 cm from head to tail
• Weight: Approximately 125–160 grams

Their warm, sun-like colours make them easy to spot from a distance.

Nature & Behaviour

Jandaya Conures are lively, social, and affectionate birds.

• Very playful and active
• Loves interaction with people
• Enjoys climbing, flying, and exploring
• Can be vocal, especially when excited
• Forms strong bonds with caretakers

They thrive in environments with activity and attention.

Intelligence & Learning Ability

These conures are intelligent and quick learners.

• Learns routines easily
• Recognizes familiar people and voices
• Enjoys toys and interactive play
• Can learn simple tricks
• Communicates clearly through sounds and body language

They may not be great talkers, but they are very expressive.

Natural Habitat

In the wild, Jandaya Conures are found in:

• Tropical forests
• Woodland areas
• Palm groves
• Forest edges

They usually live in small flocks and are active during the day.

Food & Diet

A balanced diet keeps them energetic and colourful.

Typical diet includes:

• Fruits (apple, banana, papaya, mango)
• Vegetables (carrot, leafy greens, beans)
• Seeds and grains
• Nuts (occasionally)
• Special parrot feed

They enjoy holding food with their feet while eating.

Lifespan

With proper care, Jandaya Conures live a long and healthy life.

• Average lifespan: 25–30 years

Interaction at Our Park

At Able Village Kannur, visitors can:

• Observe the conure up close
• Enjoy its colourful and playful behaviour
• Learn about conure intelligence
• Take photos under caretaker supervision

Our caretakers ensure the bird remains comfortable and stress-free.

Why Jandaya Conure is Special

• Bright yellow and orange colouring
• Very social and playful
• Strong personality and expressions
• Highly interactive bird
• Loved by kids and families

This bird brings warmth, colour, and energy to the park.

Fun Facts

• Often confused with Sun Conures due to similar colours
• Very expressive through head and body movement
• Loves attention and activity
• Always alert and curious