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Senegal parrots are also known as Yellow-vented Parrots. These African parrots were very popular in the United States and Europe and were imported in great numbers until it became illegal in 1992. The Senegal’s origin is Western Africa – Senegal after which it is named and nearby countries. Their natural habitats are close to the […]
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