Parrotlet Periodical - issue #4, Oct.-Nov. '22

Tips and tricks for your flying family member...

Hello Everyone! In this issue we will be discussing:

  • factors to consider when adding a second parrotlet

  • interesting facts about your parrotlet's eyesight 

  • another idea for using your parrotlet feathers

  • featured baby

Thinking about adding to your flock????

I am often asked about adding a new companion parrotlet when someone already has one...

First consider what you want, or enjoy, about owning a parrotlet.

While some folks enjoy the one-on-one companionship that a parrotlet can provide, others enjoy just watching the antics and hearing the musical sounds provided by our feathered friends, without feeling the need for handling their pet.

I found myself in this situation of considering a second parrotlet when my work obligations seemed to leave me little time for interacting with my pet. I contacted the same reputable breeder from whom I had adopted my original parrotlet and bought another male. This worked out very well for me, in great part, because I took several precautionary measures to make sure I provided my pets with the best environmental conditions for a successful outcome. 

Factors for your consideration:

  • With two males, you will definitely need two separate cages. In my case, I purchased a matching cage to go with my existing cage. Each bird had it's own home. I was always careful to never allow them to go into the other parrotlet's cage. Parrotlets are very territorial so it is very hazardous to allow them in the same cage at the same time. I did allow them supervised time outside their cages so that they could interact. Over time, they did form a bond that was enjoyable to watch, but again, I never left them unsupervised when out of their cages. I think the fact that my second pet was about nine months younger than my original baby helped with their eventual bonding.

  • If you get a female to go with your male, or visa versa, there is a good chance that they will bond together and leave you out completely. That is not a problem if you are ok with just watching their antics and listening to their beautiful sounds if they do bond together. There is never any real guarantee that this will happen but be prepared that it might. Parrotlets can be very picky about their mates so they will not always pair up.

  • Plan on a slow introduction of the two pets. Not rushing or forcing close proximity of the two allows them to gradually get used to each others presence. Always, always, always start with two separate cages, no matter what the sex of the two birds happens to be. Only time will tell whether they ever choose to be physically close to one another, but for my part, I have always just enjoyed watching and listening to these beautiful creatures!

    Feel free to contact me with your specific questions at peachstateparrotlets@gmail.com

Parrotlet Eyesight -

 Did you know...?

Parrots in general -

  • can track movement with more clarity than humans

  • can see more colors than we can

  • can see ultraviolet light

  • do not have night vision

  • have a 300 degree range of vision

  • can not see directly behind their head

  •  have better depth perception than humans 

 
More about parrot eyesight...

Another feather idea...

 How about jewelry? Take a look at some of the jewelry that I made with my extra parrotlet feathers.

 

 
Jewelry Video

Featured Baby

This little, green boy is growing fast and thriving. He has a very sweet disposition and has been hand-fed and socialized to ensure that he will make a wonderful companion pet. He will be ready for a new home within a couple of weeks. If you, or anyone that you know is interested in him, just let me know and I will send additional pictures and information.

To view previous Parrotlet Periodical issues:

Parrotlet Periodical issues 1-4

As always, I invite your comments and inquiries.

Wishing you only the best!

Carla

Peachstate Parrotlets
peachstateparrotlets@gmail.com
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