As with all parrots, they need to be taught limits and realize who is the boss. It is interesting to note that the blue mutation seems to have a much calmer, steadier disposition both as a pet and with each other. Despite the Pacific's feisty personality, they make wonderful pets. They are always so curious and there is never a dull moment. As with Pacifics, Green Rumps have pink feet and beaks as well.
Females have bright yellow on their faces between their eyes.
They are not nearly as stubborn as Pacifics but can be easily frightened by new things. They may also take a few days to a week to settle into their new surroundings. Unavailable before 1992, several pair were imported and through a successful breeding cooperative sponsored by the International Parrotlet Society, there are now hundreds of these beautiful little parrotlets available as pets. Spectacles are close to Green Rump size weighing about 25 grams and less than five inches in length. They are also very dark green, especially the males.