Eclectus parrots are glossy and brilliant birds. The male eclectus parrots are bright green with blue and red patches, while the females are crimson with a blue belly. Two of the most famous subspecies of eclectus parrots are Vosmaeri and Solomon Island varieties. The large size of the Vosmaeri gives a more elegant look, whereas the little Solomon Islands eclectus parrots have a "cute" look.
Eclectus parrots are such intelligent creatures that sometimes they train themselves after only one incident of you showing displeasure at being pooped upon. Eclectus parrots are not just pretty birds. They not only repeat many words and phrases but also sing songs and talk to both their human and bird companions. Among all birds in the entire parrot family, eclectus parrots rival only the African Grey and the Amazon in their clarity of speech and scope of vocabulary.
Eclectus parrots need optimal amounts of natural Vitamin A in their diet. They have long digestive tract so they must be provided with ample amounts of fiber daily. They seem to thrive on a diet based on a wide variety of foods including fresh fruits and vegetables, sprouted seeds and beans, brown rice, high-fiber cereals, a variety of nuts and seeds, and high-quality pellets.
