its been fine but today its sat on bottom of cage, she had it since saturday do u think its just gettign used to new house?
2007-03-20 05:33:15 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pets ➔ Birds
Yeah I'm sure he/she is just exploring ; )
The Alexandrine Parrot needs a good-sized cage. It should measure at least three feet long, two feet wide and two feet high. Some Alexandrines can develop long tails, requiring a tall cage. The Alexandrine Parrot is likely to try to stick his head between the bars of the cage so make sure that the bars are too close together to allow it.
The door latches and bars should be able to withstand the powerful beak of this breed. Those powerful beaks will need things to chew on. Ropes and strong toys will keep the Alexandrine Parrot happy. Allow the parrot some time outside the cage every day and play with it as often as possible.
The Alexandrine Parrot is a very curious bird. A supply of bird puzzles will help prevent destructive exploration of your home. Give the parrot some wooden toys to destroy. They have the beaks for it and enjoy reducing toys to rubble. Make sure you have a veterinarian that is well-versed in the care of birds and especially parrots and then educate yourself in their care.
Another good idea is to get books about the Alexandrine Parrot and parrots in general so you can recognize signs of illness. Good care and affection will ensure that your Alexandrine Parrot will be a happy, healthy playmate for a long time.After all that relax,enjoy the newset member to your home the Alexanrine Parrot.
2007-03-20 05:54:21 · answer #1 · answered by Toby G* 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Sitting on the bottom of the cage can be a sign of illness, but it also depends on the age of the bird. Very young birds can have trouble balancing on perches. Be sure she is eating and drinking well. Acclamation to her new environment can take a couple of weeks.http://animal-world.com/encyclo/birds/parakeets/AlexandrineParakeet.php This article is general in her care.Have he checked by an avian vet if there is no improvement in activity by morning. A way to keep her hydrated is to offer her fresh apple. Hang in there. may things improve soon.
2007-03-20 16:06:28 · answer #2 · answered by firestarter 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
keep an eye on it parrots don`t like a lot of colours specially red, and they need some think to play with but don`t have to much in its cage at once. and try putting him some where quite at night covered over with a blanket so he knows its night time.
2007-03-20 05:49:40 · answer #3 · answered by sweettinks 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋