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Truffle IV inspecting the greenhouse layout, where one kohlrabi has grown into the mountain the trains now go round.

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About the Blue-crowned conure

Origin
South America, from Colombia to Argentina
Size
35–40 cm including tail; 140–190 g
Lifespan
20–30 years
Diet
Pellets with fresh vegetables and limited fruit
Temperament
Affectionate, playful, talkative, can be jealous
Noise
Loud, with strong carrying calls

Read more about the blue-crowned conure — what they are like to live with, grooming, and the health worth knowing about.

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