Do you want to buy a parrot, but before you start you would like to know more about the prices? Would you like to get an idea of the budget you should plan for the purchase but also the maintenance cost? We explain everything you need to know about this subject in this article!
The parrot is a very beautiful animal with iridescent plumage that will delight the eyes of all bird lovers. This type of animal is very appreciated by many, there are even bird breeders who claim to have great difficulty meeting the demand for these birds!
What are the costs of a parrot?
In this article we will give you all the elements that will allow you to have an idea of the budget for purchasing a parrot as well as the cost of its maintenance.
Costs incurred when purchasing a parrot
In terms of purchasing, you should expect to have to pay between 40 and 100 euros for a green conure or a Senegal, 50 and 120 euros for an eclectus, 60 and 150 euros for a Timneh, 80 and 200 euros for a Amazon.
Costs to maintain your parrot
If the purchase price may put you off a little, and we will detail the cost of maintenance later, you should know that many parrots are abandoned by their owners because they do not take this budgetary constraint into account.
You should know that these birds like to play while having their beak and claws well trimmed. They may also need visits to the veterinarian, to be treated for certain diseases or parasites.
Where to buy a cheap parrot?
There are a number of places where you can find a cheap parrot. Among them, we will cite breeders who often sell small birds at very low prices that they have not been able to sell for one reason or another. It is also possible to acquire a parrot from an animal shelter, but the asking price will generally be 10 euros or even less.
You can also buy a parrot in the classified ads of local newspapers or on the Internet in several bird sales sites such as Oiseau-shop for example, but here you must be particularly vigilant and take all precautions when purchasing (see our article How to buy a pet of company).
Parrot prices are increasing
The average price of an eclectus parrot is almost 350 euros, prices for African grays are between 500 and 800 euros for a pet, while the Congo is over 1,500 euros! If you really want to buy a bird that only costs 5 or 10 times less than these amounts, why not adopt one?
It is always better to adopt than to buy
There are shelters where parrots and other small animals that we cannot welcome into our homes are taken in, abandoned by their owners for various reasons, but mainly because the cost of maintaining them is too high. These animals will be at your disposal and you will even have the right to take them home on weekends and public holidays.
When purchasing a parrot, it is best to contact an experienced poultry farmer or even your veterinarian who can direct you to reputable breeders. In any case, be careful not to buy on sites like Ebay or at garage sales!
*Updated 22 July 2024
