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Which pet parrot cannot legally be kept as a pet in California?

The Quaker (monk) parakeet.

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Why: California lists the Quaker, or monk, parakeet as a restricted species. State wildlife officials say permits are not issued to keep restricted wild animals as pets.

Huh, didn't know that: California restricts these birds because of risks to wildlife, agriculture, public health or safety.

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Answer: Quaker (monk) parakeet. California lists the Quaker, or monk, parakeet as a restricted species. State wildlife officials say permits are not issued to keep restricted wild animals as pets.

  1. California Department of Fish and Wildlife: Living with Wildlife wildlife.ca.gov/Living-with-Wildlife
    The most common examples are ferrets, hedgehogs, sugar gliders, gerbils, monkeys, and monk parakeets. These animals are prohibited
    Checked 2026-10-11.

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