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Planet Zoo 2 Long-Tailed Parakeet

Habitat size, temperature, group size and compatible animals for the Long-Tailed Parakeet in Planet Zoo 2, from the official Zoopedia, checked 2026-10-14.

Long-Tailed Parakeet requirements

ContinentAsia
BiomeTropical
EnclosureHabitat (flying)
Minimum areaLand 6 m², Flight 6 m²
Extra area per additional animalLand 6 m², Flight 6 m²
Shelter area per animal1 m²
Temperature18 to 33 °C
Group size2–12
BarrierGrade 2, at least 1 m high
New in Planet Zoo 2Yes, not in the first Planet Zoo (all DLC included)
ContentBase Game
Conservation statusVulnerable

At 6 m² of flight space, the Long-Tailed Parakeet needs more flight space than 0% of the other 11 Planet Zoo 2 flying habitat animals with a listed minimum.

Long-Tailed Parakeet space by area type

The Zoopedia gives a minimum for the first animal and an extra amount for each additional animal, per area type. The last column adds them up for the largest listed group (12 animals).

Area typeMinimumEach additional animalTotal for a group of 12
Land6 m²6 m²72 m²
Flight6 m²6 m²72 m²

Shelter: 1 m² per animal.

Long-Tailed Parakeet barrier requirements

Barrier grade2
Minimum height1 m
Climb-proofNo
Water barrierNot allowed; use a solid barrier.

Same values as the habitat requirements table. In a mixed habitat, use the strictest barrier of all species.

Long-Tailed Parakeet species facts

ClassBird (Aves)
Adult size (leg span)0.35 m

Setup checklist for a Long-Tailed Parakeet habitat

  1. Choose the enclosure: the Zoopedia lists the Long-Tailed Parakeet as habitat (flying).
  2. Give the first animal at least Land 6 m², Flight 6 m², plus Land 6 m², Flight 6 m² for each additional animal.
  3. Build a grade 2 barrier at least 1 m high.
  4. Keep the temperature within 18 to 33 °C and theme the area as Tropical.
  5. Plan a group of 2 to 12 animals.

Animals that can live with the Long-Tailed Parakeet

Next to each species: the temperature range both animals accept, from their Zoopedia ranges (Long-Tailed Parakeet: 18 to 33 °C).

Thriving with (0)

The Zoopedia lists no species in this group.

Neutral with (8)

A pair counts as thriving if either animal's Zoopedia page lists it as thriving. A shared habitat still has to suit every species in it.

Compare with

Put the Long-Tailed Parakeet next to any other species, with the combined barrier for a shared habitat, in the animal comparison. See every pairing on what animals go together and all barrier specs on habitat requirements.

Animals from the same biome or continent: Asian Elephant, Asian Small-Clawed Otter, Binturong, Gharial.

FAQ

How much space does a Long-Tailed Parakeet need in Planet Zoo 2?

The official Zoopedia lists a minimum area of Land 6 m², Flight 6 m² for the Long-Tailed Parakeet, plus Land 6 m², Flight 6 m² for each additional animal, and 1 m² of shelter per animal.

What temperature does a Long-Tailed Parakeet need in Planet Zoo 2?

In Planet Zoo 2 the Long-Tailed Parakeet needs a temperature of 18 to 33 °C and a group size of 2–12, according to the official Zoopedia.

What animals can live with a Long-Tailed Parakeet in Planet Zoo 2?

The official Zoopedia lists 8 compatible species for the Long-Tailed Parakeet. Neutral: Asian Small-Clawed Otter, Great Hornbill, Javan Green Magpie, Malayan Tapir, North Sulawesi Babirusa, Siamang, Sumatran Orangutan, Wild Boar.