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Clever-Parrot.com
Welcome to Clever Parrot
We are all fascinated with birds that can talk. Not only are parrots beautiful in color
and movement, but the very fact that they can speak captures our attention in a way that few other birds can do.
Parrot's ability to talk or mimic is related to their gregarious nature. Parrots have
a long life span and are very social. In the wild, parrot chicks learn to mimic
vocalizations specific to their parents. As they play or work together, these parrots
repeat vocalizations to each other, which helps keep bonds strong.
There are many different types of parrots, each with an interesting history and
unique personality. With so many to choose from, it is important that before going
out and buying just any parrot, you know as much as possible about the specific
breeds available.
On this site we will firstly look at the different species of parrots available. Where you can buy your parrot and how best to pick
which one is right for you. We are then going
to take a close look at how you can establish a relationship with your parrot.
You will then learn how
to set up your parrots optimal environment, taking into account what cages, grooming, diet, toys etc.
After this you are going to discover a variety of techniques you can put into practise to
get your parrot to talk, including reproducing human speech.
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Because of parrot's long life span, you may want to make arrangements for your
bird should you die before him. Put down in writing what should be done to the
bird. It would also be in the bird's best interest if you had a written list of
instructions of how you have cared for him listing such things as favorite foods
and brand names of pellets or seeds.
Most captive-bred birds are closed banded. Closed banding means the bird has had
a bracelet-like steel or aluminum band (with a letter and number code stamped on
it) put on its leg. This band's code tells where the bird was bred and has a unique
number for that bird. The band is welded shut and cannot be put on the bird after it
is about two weeks old. When purchasing a parrot as a pet, it is advised to
purchase only banded birds.
Some birds are prone to upper respiratory problems and liver problems. Amazons
specifically are prone to bacterial infections so their cage and dishes should be
kept as clean as possible.
Prior to the purchase of a parrot, have a qualified veterinarian thoroughly check
out the bird. The exam should include a Complete Blood Count (CBC), cultures
of the throat and vent, and a Chlamydia (psittacosis) screen. The results will be
available in approximately two days and once cleared, the veterinarian will
provide a signed certificate. In addition, all new birds should be quarantined from
the rest of any owned birds for a minimum of 45 days.
The gender is not important for pet purposes. The only reason to desire a certain
sex would be to breed or prevent breeding. Some pet owners may desire to get
birds that are the same sex as the birds they already have to avoid breeding. With
some species there appears to be fewer of one or the other sex. Because of this
there is a greater demand from breeders for these rarer birds. There are introverts
and extroverts in both sexes. The males are not always larger than the females.
This varies more due to their genetic background and the species.
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