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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’ve been searching for a turquoise yellow sided conure for sale, Morphnests is your source for healthy, hand-raised babies raised with love right here in Southern California. The Turquoise Yellow Sided Green Cheek Conure is one of the most stunning mutations in the conure world, combining a soft turquoise-blue body with vivid yellow and orange chest feathers that make this little bird look like a living gemstone. Beyond their breathtaking appearance, these birds have the kind of personality that turns first-time bird owners into lifelong conure fanatics.

Turquoise Yellow Sided Conure Personality & Temperament
Turquoise Yellow Sided Green Cheek Conures are affectionate, playful, and deeply bonded to their people. They thrive on interaction and will happily spend hours cuddled under your collar, riding on your shoulder, or demanding scritches behind their feathers. Despite their small size, they carry enormous personality — curious, mischievous, and endlessly entertaining. These birds do well in families, with singles, and even in homes with other birds when properly introduced. They’re far less shrill than many other conure species, making them a top choice for apartment dwellers or anyone in close quarters with neighbors. Expect a bird that genuinely wants to be with you every moment of the day.
Turquoise Yellow Sided Conure Talking & Intelligence
Green Cheek Conures, including the Turquoise Yellow Sided mutation, are not the most prolific talkers in the parrot world, but they are fully capable of learning a handful of words and short phrases — especially when training starts young. What they lack in vocabulary, they more than make up for in emotional intelligence. These birds are remarkably perceptive, quickly learning household routines, reading your moods, and figuring out exactly how to get what they want.
Trick training is where they truly shine. With consistent positive reinforcement, a Turquoise Yellow Sided can learn wave, spin, fetch, and much more. Mental stimulation is essential for their well-being, so foraging toys and daily out-of-cage time are a must.

Turquoise Yellow Sided Conure Care at a Glance
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Lifespan: 15–25 years with proper care
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Size: Approximately 10 inches, 60–80 grams
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Noise Level: Low to moderate — quieter than most conures
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Diet: High-quality pellet base, fresh vegetables, fruits, and limited seed
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Cage Size Minimum: 24″ W x 24″ D x 24″ H with bar spacing no wider than 5/8″
For answers to common husbandry questions, visit our detailed parrot FAQ page covering diet, housing, enrichment, and more.
Why Buy a Turquoise Yellow Sided Conure From Morphnests
Every turquoise yellow sided conure for sale at Morphnests is hand-raised from hatching, meaning your new bird is already comfortable with human touch, handling, and household sounds before it ever arrives home with you. All of our babies are DNA-sexed so you know exactly what you’re getting, and each bird is tested for common avian diseases before leaving our facility. We back every bird with a 3-day health guarantee and offer lifetime breeder support — because our relationship with you doesn’t end at the sale.
We offer nationwide parrot shipping to all 50 US states, with careful live-delivery protocols to keep your bird safe and stress-free in transit. When you’re ready to bring home a turquoise yellow sided conure for sale from a breeder you can actually trust, Morphnests is here for you.
Turquoise Yellow Sided Conure FAQ
Are turquoise yellow sided conures good for beginners? Yes — they’re affectionate and far less shrill than many other conure species, making them a solid choice for first-time owners and apartment living.
How loud is a turquoise yellow sided conure? Low to moderate — quieter than most conures, with occasional calling rather than constant screeching.
What’s included when I buy a turquoise yellow sided conure for sale from Morphnests? Every bird is hand-raised, DNA-sexed, disease-tested, and backed by a 3-day health guarantee, with nationwide shipping and lifetime breeder support included.
