Green-cheeked conures are some of the smallest conures, and they are relatively affordable. They are easy to breed, with a sizable population even in captivity. These parrots share a strong resemblance with the maroon-bellied conure. Green conures are naturally concentrated in the forests of South America. Their green plumage is also helpful in camouflaging these parrots from predators (given that green conures naturally live at treetops), especially birds of prey. These green cheek conures cost $175 to $200, but others can be as high as $550. Yellow-Sided Green Cheek Conure $200 to $850 This mutation shares several features with the normal green cheek except on the chest. Instead of having grey feathers, they feature bright yellow and red feathers on the chest and pink or red feet.