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Monk Parakeet for Sale: Hand-Raised Quaker Parrots in Every Color and Age
Looking for a Monk Parakeet for sale that's already hand-fed, health-checked, and ready to bond?
You're in the right place. QuakerParrot.Online carries the Monk Parakeet, better known in the U.S.
pet trade as the Quaker Parrot, in four color mutations and at every age, from newly weaned babies
to settled adults. Every bird ships with a live-arrival guarantee, so you can shop with confidence
no matter where in the country you call home.
What Is a Monk Parakeet?
The Monk Parakeet (Myiopsitta monachus) is a small parrot in the family Psittacidae, native to
the temperate and subtropical lowlands of Argentina, Uruguay, Paraguay, Bolivia, and southern Brazil.
In the U.S. pet trade, it almost always goes by a different name: Quaker Parrot. Quaker Parrot,
Quaker Parakeet, Quaker Bird, and Monk Parakeet are simply four names for the same species, and
there's no difference in size, personality, or care between a bird labeled “Monk Parakeet” and one
labeled “Quaker Parrot.”
The “Monk” name comes from the bird's grey forehead, throat, and chest, feathering that early
naturalists thought resembled a monk's hood. In North America, that same grey patch reminded pet
owners of a Quaker's plain collar, which is where the more common “Quaker Parrot” nickname comes from.
A full-grown Monk Parakeet measures about 11 to 12 inches from beak to tail tip, with an 18- to
20-inch wingspan, and weighs roughly 90 to 150 grams, built like a plump, stocky pigeon rather
than a slender parakeet. With a pelleted diet and routine avian veterinary care, they commonly
live 20 to 30 years in captivity, sometimes longer, which is a big part of why the age of the bird
you bring home matters just as much as its color.
Monk Parakeets have one more claim to fame among parrots: they're the only parrot species known
to build their own stick nest rather than nest in a tree cavity. In the wild, these communal nests
can house several breeding pairs and grow large enough to weigh hundreds of pounds, a trait that
has helped feral colonies take root in cities across the U.S. and Europe. The species holds a
Least Concern conservation status with the IUCN, so there's no conservation restriction on
responsible captive breeding and ownership.
Want more on daily care, personality, and legality state by state?
See our complete Quaker Parrot buyer's guide.
Shop Monk Parakeets for Sale by Color
Every Monk Parakeet on QuakerParrot.Online is hand-fed from an early age, DNA-sexed so you know
exactly who you're bringing home, and backed by our live-arrival health guarantee. We currently
offer four color mutations:
Green Monk Parakeet
The original wild-type color and still the most popular, budget-friendly option, priced from
$250 to $550 depending on age. View the Green Monk Parakeet → It's the same bright green,
grey-chested bird found in the wild, just raised by hand from day one.
Blue Monk Parakeet
A striking mutation that swaps the green and yellow pigment for cool blue and grey tones.
Blue Monk Parakeets run $400 to $799.99, each one hand-tamed, talking, and health-guaranteed.
View the Blue Monk Parakeet →
Grey Monk Parakeet
A softer, muted grey-toned bird that still carries the classic Quaker personality, hand-fed
baby to adult and priced $350 to $750. View the Grey Monk Parakeet →
White Monk Parakeet
Our rarest color, a near-white bird that stands out in any collection, hand-fed baby to adult
and priced $400 to $899. View the White Monk Parakeet →
Color doesn't change temperament, talking ability, or lifespan, so it really comes down to
personal taste and budget.
Looking for a yellow or cinnamon Monk Parakeet? Those mutations do exist, but they're not part
of our current lineup. Reach out to our team and we'll let you know the moment one becomes
available, since our inventory rotates as new hand-fed clutches finish weaning.
Monk Parakeets for Sale by Age
Most breeders only sell unweaned babies. We carry Monk Parakeets at every life stage, so you
can pick the level of hands-on care that fits your household.
Baby Monk Parakeets (6–12 weeks old)
The youngest birds we offer, either just weaning or freshly weaned onto solid food. Raising a
baby gives you the strongest possible bond, since the bird imprints on your voice and household
from the start, but it does mean a warm environment and gentle, frequent handling in those early weeks.
Juvenile Monk Parakeets (3–12 months old)
Fully weaned and eating independently, juveniles are past the fragile early stage but still
forming their adult personality. This is typically when talking begins, making it an easy entry
point for first-time owners.
Young Adult Monk Parakeets (1–3 years old)
By this age a Monk Parakeet has its full adult coloring and a settled personality, often with
an established vocabulary if it was raised around people.
Mature Adult Monk Parakeets (3+ years old)
The most predictable in temperament, since their habits are fully formed. Mature birds can still
bond closely with a patient new owner and often make calmer companions than a baby or juvenile.
Not sure which age is right for you? Every listing above notes the exact age range available,
from baby to adult, so you can choose based on how hands-on you want to be.
Why Buy Your Monk Parakeet From QuakerParrot.Online
Hand-fed and DNA-sexed: every bird is hand-raised and sexed before it ships, so there's no guessing.
Health-guaranteed: each Monk Parakeet is vet-checked and covered by our live-arrival guarantee.
Every age, every color: from a 6-week-old baby to a settled 3-year-old adult, in green, blue, grey, or white.
Nationwide shipping: climate-safe, tracked delivery to legal states across the U.S.
Support around the clock: our team is reachable 24/7 before and after your bird arrives.
Monk Parakeet Price: What Affects the Cost
Across our four colors, Monk Parakeet prices run about $250 to $899. A few factors move the
price up or down:
Color: Green is the most affordable. Blue and grey sit in the middle. White, our rarest color, commands the highest prices.
Age: Hand-fed babies and juveniles are usually priced higher than older birds, reflecting the labor of hand-feeding and early socialization.
Talking ability: A young adult or mature bird with a confirmed, established vocabulary often costs more than an unweaned baby with unknown talking potential.
Budget beyond the purchase price for a properly sized cage, toys, a pelleted diet, and an annual
avian vet visit, since ongoing monthly costs commonly fall in the $50 to $150 range.
Monk Parakeet Care at a Glance
A healthy Monk Parakeet diet is built around a high-quality pelleted formula (roughly 60–70%
of daily intake), supplemented with fresh vegetables, leafy greens, a little fruit, and limited
seed as a treat. Avocado, chocolate, caffeine, onion, and salty foods should never be offered.
Because Monk Parakeets are active and intelligent, plan on a cage at least 24 x 24 x 24 inches,
filled with foraging toys and rotating perches, plus an hour or more of out-of-cage time daily.
For the full diet, cage, and daily-care breakdown, see our Quaker Parrot care and feeding guide.
Is It Legal to Own a Monk Parakeet in My State?
Because escaped pet Monk Parakeets have formed feral colonies in parts of the U.S., a number of
states restrict or prohibit ownership as an invasive-species precaution. Coverage differs from
source to source, but two tiers show up consistently:
Banned outright, essentially no exceptions: California, Georgia, Hawaii, Kentucky, Tennessee, and Wyoming.
Restricted, permit required, grandfathered, or wing-clipping/banding mandated, depending on the state: Colorado, Connecticut, Idaho, Kansas, Maine, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, and Virginia.
Rules change and enforcement can vary by county, so always confirm current regulations with your
state's wildlife or agriculture agency before you buy. We only ship where Monk Parakeet ownership
is legal. See our shipping information page for the exact states we currently serve.
Whatever color or age fits your home, every Monk Parakeet listed here is healthy, actively eating,
and ready for its next family. Browse the Green, Blue, Grey, and White Monk Parakeets above,
or read our complete Quaker Parrot buyer's guide for everything else you need to know before
bringing one home.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is a Monk Parakeet the same as a Quaker Parrot?
Yes. “Monk Parakeet,” “Quaker Parrot,” “Quaker Parakeet,” and “Quaker Bird” all refer to the
exact same species, Myiopsitta monachus. The name used usually just depends on the region or the seller.
Why is it called a Monk Parakeet?
The name comes from the bird's grey forehead, throat, and chest feathering, which early naturalists
thought resembled a monk's hood. The same grey patch inspired the “Quaker Parrot” nickname in
North America, since it looked like a Quaker's plain collar.
What Monk Parakeet colors do you have for sale?
We currently offer four color mutations: green, blue, grey, and white. All are hand-fed and DNA-sexed.
Can I buy a baby Monk Parakeet, or only adults?
Both. We carry Monk Parakeets at every stage, from 6- to 12-week-old hand-fed babies through
juveniles, young adults, and mature adults.
How much does a Monk Parakeet cost?
Prices on QuakerParrot.Online range from about $250 to $899, depending on color, age, and talking ability.
Are Monk Parakeets good pets for beginners?
They're intelligent and food-motivated, which makes them easier to train than many parrot species.
That said, they need daily interaction and are naturally vocal, so they suit an owner ready for
an active, hands-on bird.
How big do Monk Parakeets get?
Adults measure about 11 to 12 inches long with an 18- to 20-inch wingspan and weigh roughly
90 to 150 grams, about the bulk of a plump pigeon, though noticeably stockier.
How long do Monk Parakeets live?
With proper nutrition and routine avian vet care, Monk Parakeets commonly live 20 to 30 years
in captivity, sometimes longer, so bringing one home is a multi-decade commitment worth planning for.
Do you sell yellow or cinnamon Monk Parakeets?
Not currently, since our lineup rotates between green, blue, grey, and white. Contact our team
and we'll let you know if a yellow or cinnamon bird becomes available.
Is it legal to own a Monk Parakeet in my state?
It depends on your state. California, Georgia, Hawaii, Kentucky, Tennessee, and Wyoming generally
ban ownership outright, while several other states (including Colorado, Connecticut, Kansas,
New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and Virginia) allow it only with a permit or other conditions.
We only ship to states where it's legal, so check our shipping information page for details.
