Are Sun Conures Protected Animals and Can They Be Kept as Pets?
Sun conures are classified as a National Second-Class Protected Animal in China, and therefore, it is illegal to keep them as pets privately. Legally Permitted Parrot Species for Pet Ownership in China Currently, there are primarily three categories of parrot species that can be legally kept as pets in China: budgerigars, cockatiels (also known as weiros), and lovebirds (specifically the masked lovebird). Sun conures, however, are designated as National Second-Class Protected Animals. According to Article 27 of the "Wildlife Protection Law", it is strictly prohibited to sell, purchase, or utilize any national key protected wild animals or their products. However, exceptions may apply for scientific research, artificial breeding, public display, cultural relic protection, or other special circumstances. In such cases, approval must be obtained from the provincial, autonomous region, or municipality's wildlife protection authority, and a special mark must be acquired and us...
