Parrotlets are one of the smallest known Parrots, with attitudes of their larger counterparts. Parrotlets are amazing, intelligent, adaptable, and energetic. It has been reported that they are most closely related to the Amazon Parrot, with an average life-span of more than 20 years.
Sexual dimorphism is obvious in all varieties.
With proper care and training, Parrotlets make wonderful companions. If you can live with a bright, but young child for 20 or more years, a Parrotlet is for you. The Pacific Parrotlet is mainly green. Both have blue rumps, but the blue rump on the female is not as defined as the male. Their eyes are dark brown, beak is grayish-white, and their legs are pale pink.