https://www.chewy.com/education/bird/conure/male-female-conure-behavior-differences
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Chewy editorial team offers valuable insight into the behavioral differences between male and female conures, highlighting how personality can vary not only between species but also between individual birds.
In general, male conures may exhibit more territorial and vocal behaviors, often becoming protective of their cages and favorite people - especially during changes in their environment.
This increased vocalization can sometimes lead to louder, more persistent calls, though with proper guidance, it can be redirected into more positive forms like talking.
On the other hand, female conures are often described as more affectionate and cuddly, particularly in species like sun and Patagonian conures, where females are known for their calm, people oriented nature.
While species like the playful Pyrrhura conures - such as the green cheeked and black capped - tend to be active and curious across both sexes, Aratinga conures like sun and blue crowned conures show slightly more distinct gender tendencies.
Female Aratingas are generally content to cuddle quietly, while males may be louder and more expressive.
Still, exceptions are common, and the key takeaway is that both male and female conures can make equally rewarding companions when provided with a nurturing environment and engaged human interaction.
