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Species facts
- Adult length
- 10 in
- Lifespan
- 20-30 years
- Noise level
- Talking
- limited
- Size class
- small
- Adult weight
- 60-80 g
If you’re searching for a Moon cheek conure for sale, Morphnests is your source for one of the rarest and most eye-catching conure mutations available. The Moon Cheek Conure is a striking color mutation of the green cheek conure (Pyrrhura molinae) family, prized for its pale, glowing cheek patches and brilliant overall plumage. Every Moon cheek conure for sale here is hand-fed from an early age, DNA-sexed, and USDA licensed.

Moon Cheek Conure Appearance & Mutation
What sets a Moon cheek conure apart is its pale, moon-like cheek coloring paired with the compact, energetic build typical of green cheek conures. Because this mutation is uncommon, a Moon cheek conure for sale from a trusted breeder is genuinely hard to find, and each bird’s coloring is slightly unique.
Like other green cheek conure mutations, Moon Cheeks stay small — generally under 70 grams as adults — making them a great fit for apartments and smaller households.
Moon Cheek Conure Personality & Temperament
A well-socialized Moon cheek conure for sale from Morphnests is playful, curious, and quick to bond with its people. These conures love foraging toys, short training sessions, and supervised time outside the cage, and most settle into a calm, affectionate routine with consistent handling.
They’re quieter than larger conure species, which makes a Moon cheek conure a popular pick for owners who want conure personality without excessive noise.

Moon Cheek Conure Care at a Glance
A Moon cheek conure for sale needs a varied pellet-and-produce diet, daily out-of-cage time, and a cage with room to climb and play. With proper care, these conures typically live 15-25 years, so plan for a long-term companion.
New owners should review our FAQ page for feeding, housing, and socialization guidance before bringing a Moon cheek conure home.
Why Buy a Moon Cheek Conure From Morphnests
Every Moon cheek conure for sale from Morphnests is hand-fed from hatching, DNA-sexed for certainty, and backed by our health guarantee. We ship nationwide via Delta Cargo, so a Moon cheek conure can join your family no matter where you live.
Learn more about the parent species on Wikipedia, then reach out to reserve your own Moon cheek conure for sale today.
Moon Cheek Conure FAQ
How rare is a Moon cheek conure for sale? Very — this mutation is uncommon even among specialty breeders, so availability is limited.
Are Moon cheek conures good for beginners? Yes, their small size and manageable noise level make them a great first conure.
How big do Moon cheek conures get? Typically under 70 grams and about 10 inches long, similar to other green cheek conure mutations.
Do Moon cheek conures talk? They can learn a few words, but they’re better known for playful chirps and chatter than speech.