If you love the color green, the parrot world has you covered. In the wild, green is the ultimate camouflage, it keeps these loud, colorful characters safe in the treetops. But in your home? It just looks stunning.
Whether you are looking for a tiny buddy to sit on your shoulder or a giant companion to share your life with, here is the comprehensive list of green parrots you need to know about.
The “Pocket” Parrots (Small & Mighty)
1. Budgerigar (Budgie)
The classic! While they come in a rainbow of colors now, the original, wild budgie is a beautiful bright grass-green with yellow and black markings. They are the most popular pet bird for a reason.
Don’t let the size fool you; budgies are smarter than many dogs. They are capable of learning hundreds of words and have a frantic, cheerful energy that can brighten up any room. If you are curious about the variety of colors they come in besides green, check out our guide on parakeet colors.
Approximate Price: $20 – $100
2. Pacific Parrotlet
Often called “Amazons in miniature,” these little guys pack a massive personality into a 5-inch body. The males are a vivid emerald green with splashes of cobalt blue behind the eyes.
They are feisty! A parrotlet isn’t afraid of anything. They are fiercely loyal to their person and can be quite cuddly, but they can also get a little “beaky” if they don’t get their way. They are perfect for apartment living because they aren’t too loud.
Read More: All About Pacific Parrotlet
Approximate Price: $150 – $600
3. Lovebirds
Most lovebird species have a green body as their base canvas, painted over with orange, red, or black faces. The Peach-Faced Lovebird is the most common green variety, but Masked Lovebirds and Fischer’s Lovebirds are also stunningly green.
The name is half-true. They love their chosen person (or bird partner) intensely, but they can be a little spicy with everyone else. They are active, chattery, and love to shred paper into strips.
Read More: Guide to Lovebird Types
Approximate Price: $50 – $300
4. Lineolated Parakeet (Linnie)
A hidden gem in the bird world. Linnies are small, stocky, and have a unique moss-green color with black barring (stripes).
Kathinetzwerk, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Unlike the frantic energy of a budgie, Linnies are much calmer. They have a funny habit of hanging upside down like bats and they love to walk and run rather than fly. Their noise level is very low.
👉 Read More: All About Lineolated Parakeet
Approximate Price: $200 – $600
5. Bee Bee Parrots (Canary-Winged Parakeet)
These are mostly green with a flash of yellow on the wings. They used to be very common imports but are now a bit rarer to find as hand-fed babies.
They are often described as “velcro birds” because they just want to stick to you. They can be a bit noisy for their size, but their affectionate nature makes up for it.
👉 Read More: All About Bee Bee Parrots
Approximate Price: $250 – $500
The Medium-Sized Companions
6. Quaker Parrot (Monk Parakeet)
Since you are here at ParrotQuaker.com, you probably know this one! The wild-type Quaker is a vibrant lime green with a gray chest.
Quakers are famous for their incredible talking ability, often rivaling African Greys. They are mechanical geniuses who love to build and tinker with toys. However, they can be territorial about their cages.
👉 Read More: A Comprehensive Guide to Quaker Keeping
Approximate Price: $300 – $900
7. Green Cheek Conure
The “Green Cheek” is the entry-level conure for many. They are mostly dark green with a gray breast and red tail feathers.
They are the clowns of the bird world. They love to hang from one toe, wrestle with toys, and burrow into your shirt. They are significantly quieter than their loud cousins (like the Sun Conure) but still have that playful “big bird” attitude.
Green Cheek Conure Guide
Approximate Price: $250 – $800
8. Other Green Conures (Nanday, Blue-Crowned, etc.)
While the Green Cheek is the most popular, the Conure family is full of green birds:
Approximate Price: $500 – $1,500 (varies by species)
9. Caique (Black-Headed or White-Bellied)
While they have white bellies and distinct heads, their wings and backs are a beautiful, vibrant green.
The “surfer dudes” of the bird world. They don’t fly as much as they hop. A Caique will hop across the floor, roll on its back to juggle a ball, and wrestle with your hand. They have unmatched energy.
Caique and Other Parrots Comparison
Approximate Price: $1,200 – $3,500
10. Indian Ringneck & Alexandrine Parakeets
The Indian Ringneck is elegant and sleek with pastel lime-green feathers. Its larger cousin, the Alexandrine Parakeet, is a massive green bird with a huge red beak and maroon shoulder patches.
They don’t really “cuddle” like conures, but they are deeply social and intelligent. Their speaking voice is unique, high-pitched and almost human-like. Alexandrines tend to be the gentler giants of the two.
Approximate Price: $500 – $1,500
11. Kakariki
These New Zealand natives come in a lovely green (often with a red or yellow crown).
They are perpetually busy! A Kakariki never sits still; they are always foraging on the bottom of the cage or running around. They have a funny, goat-like laugh and are generally very quiet.
All About Kakariki Parakeets
Approximate Price: $300 – $650
12. Rosellas (Green & Eastern)
Rosellas are stunning Australian birds. The Green Rosella is, you guessed it, predominantly green, while the popular Eastern Rosella has a green back mixed with red and yellow.
Rosellas are not typically “hands-on” birds. They are aviary birds or visual companions who prefer to interact with you from a distance rather than being scratched on the head. They have pleasant, whistling calls.
Approximate Price: $400 – $800
13. Mustached Parakeet & Meyers Parrot
Two distinct species that fit the green bill perfectly:
- Mustached Parakeet: Similar to a Ringneck but with a distinct “mustache” marking on the face.
- Meyer’s Parrot: A small African parrot (related to the Senegal) that is green and gray. They are known for being laid-back and quiet.
Approximate Price: $800 – $1,200
The “Big Guys” (Large Parrots)
14. Amazon Parrots
When people think “green parrot,” they usually picture an Amazon. There are many species, including the famous Yellow-Naped Amazon, Blue-Fronted, and Double Yellow-Headed.
Why they are special: The life of the party. Amazons are boisterous, loud, and love to sing (often opera or pop songs). They have a tendency to become “hormonal” and aggressive during mating season, so they are best for experienced owners.
Approximate Price: $1,000 – $4,000+
15. Eclectus Parrot (Male)
This species is sexually dimorphic, meaning the sexes look totally different. The males are a blinding, neon emerald green with a candy-corn colored beak. (The females are bright red/purple).
Why they are special: They look like Muppets because their feathers are more fur-like than other birds. They have very specific dietary needs (lots of fresh fiber/fruit) because their digestive tracts are longer than other parrots.
👉 Read More: All About Eclectus Parrot
Approximate Price: $1,500 – $3,000
16. Pionus Parrots
The Pionus family, specifically the Blue-Headed Pionus, has a lovely dark green body.
Why they are special: They are known for being the “quiet observers.” They aren’t as energetic as Caiques or as loud as Amazons. They do have a unique smell, many owners say they smell distinctly musky or sweet!
👉 Read More: All Pionus Species Guide
Approximate Price: $1,500 – $3,000
17. The “Green” Macaws
While the Blue & Gold is famous, several Macaws are green, including the Military Macaw, Great Green Macaw, and the smaller Severe and Hahn’s Macaws.
Why they are special: Macaws are sensitive, emotional, and loud. They require hours of interaction daily. The “Mini” macaws (Hahn’s/Severe) pack that big macaw attitude into a smaller green package.
Approximate Price: $1,500 – $5,000+ (Depending on size/rarity)
Note on Pricing:
Prices listed are estimates and vary wildly depending on if you buy from a rescue, a specialized breeder, or a pet shop. Always aim for a reputable breeder or a rescue organization!
