Parrotlets have an average lifespan of 15 to 20 years. Parrotlets kept as single birds make the best pets. In pairs, one parrotlet often becomes dominant over the other, exhibiting possessive behavior and even picking on the other bird.

Do parrotlets like to be held?

Both require daily handling to socialize and acclimate. They can be hand-tamed and are very interactive. In fact, many parrotlet owners will tell you that their birds enjoy hiding in their shirt pockets or scarves, or riding around on their shoulders.

Do parrotlets like to cuddle?

Parrots like to cuddle by rubbing their beaks against you, trying to groom your skin and hair, and sitting close to you. ... Parrots that like to cuddle the most are the conures, parrotlets, cockatiels, quaker parrots, African grey parrots, and budgies.