towards humans and other birds housed with them (including others of their own species and/or their own mates), particularly when in breeding condition. Red-fan parrots, when kept as pets tend to bond with one person and require firm handling and a patient owner, experienced in both bird-keeping and the reading of parrot body language. However, as with all parrots, temperament can vary greatly from individual to individual and some red-fan parrots make excellent companions. Gallery References Handbook of the Birds of the World, Vol 4 Edited by del Hoyo, Elliott and Sargatal red-fan parrot Birds of Brazil Birds of the Venezuelan Amazon Birds of the Guianas Birds of the Amazon Basin red-fan parrot red-fan parrot Birds of the Colombian Amazon