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+[caring for an grey parrot](https://charmingafricangreyparrotforsale.com/) For an African Grey Parrot
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+African grey parrots, just like toddlers, can become bored quickly and require mental stimulation to avoid behavioral problems. They may be destructive or even scream if they don't get enough stimulation.
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+Highly intelligent, they are the most accurate mimics of all species of parrots and understand human speech. They face threats from the trade in pet animals and habitat loss.
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+Feeding
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+The diet requirements of African greys are slightly different from other large psittacine species. They are omnivorous, but prefer seeds over fruit and vegetables.
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+In captivity they are more likely to eat fruit and leafy greens than seeds. They are also susceptible to obesity and calcium deficiencies which is why it is essential for owners to keep an eye on the quality of their diets. Pellets or complete crumbles are suggested to comprise 75% of a bird's daily diet.
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+Ideally the diet should comprise pellets as well as fresh foods. A good proportion is 60% pellets, 10 percent seeds and 30 percent fresh foods. Silverbeet, spinach, and kale are among the best options. Native plants and spouting grasses like dandelion greens, endive and okra can also be beneficial. Avoid cruciferous vegetables such as cabbage and cauliflower since they are high in levels of oxalic acid, which can prevent calcium absorption in the body.
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+Nuts are rich in nutrients however, they should be eaten in moderation due to their high fat content. They provide protein as well as healthy fats, and a few minerals and vitamins.
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+The rest of your diet should be made up of a mix of fruits and vegetables. Avocado is poisonous to psittacines. Other foods that are toxic include alcohol, coffee, chocolate and raw potatoes. Similarly, if a parrot eats too many berries they could suffer from yeast problems in their digestive tract.
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+A balanced diet is the best way to keep your African grey parrot healthy and content. It is essential to keep an eye on the bird's weight and introduce new food in small amounts. It is recommended to weigh the bird daily to ensure that any changes can be spotted and swiftly be rectified. Offering the bird regularly water is an excellent idea too. This will stop dehydration and bacterial infection. It is also important to remove any food that is not eaten from the cage or play area because it can spoil and lead to health problems for your parrot.
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+Training
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+Parrots are very intelligent creatures and are able to speak, though it might take days or weeks to repeat words they hear. A highly-trained parrot can also respond to signals and perform simple tricks. These activities keep the bird's brain stimulated and stop them from getting bored. The effects of boredom can be detrimental to behavior like feather picking or destructive chewing. These issues require intervention from a professional.
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+It is important to stop the signs of bonding early in the event that a parrot becomes a devoted member of a family, it could become territorial and threatening to other members of the family. This could be extremely dangerous for children, elderly people or those with allergies. To prevent this from happening, everyone in the household should spend time each day playing with the parrot and engaging with it in a variety of ways. This will make the bird more comfortable with being handled by members of the family and reduce the chance that it will develop an overprotective behaviour.
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+A parrot that is bonded to one person will typically begin pecking and biting at visitors or family members when they attempt to pet it or even touch it. To avoid this, each family member should be able to alternate petting the bird before placing it in its cage. If a parrot displays aggression, it should be put back in its cage and not handled for a few minutes.
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+Be aware of "pinfeathers" or "blood feathers" during pet-loving sessions. These feathers are a source of blood supply, and can bleed when they are touched. If a blood or pinfeather feather is exposed, it should be removed immediately and replaced with a new feather.
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+Family members should also be taught how to greet and say goodbye to the bird. They should also be taught to teach the bird how to label items, such as toys or food items. This will help the bird to learn to speak and will allow it to communicate with other family members without needing to be physically present.
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+Health
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+The African grey parrot is one of most intelligent in the world. However, it is prone to get bored and resort to destructive behaviors if not provided with enough toys or ways to exercise their minds. It also requires a large amount of mental stimulation in order to prevent self-mutilation feather-picking and loud screams. Parrots can be expensive pets to own. The initial costs are high, and they require constant new toys that get destroyed quickly. They are also prone to infections, and are expensive to treat.
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+These highly social birds require plenty of interaction with their humans, including hours of playtime that includes games and puzzles as well as lessons. To remain strong and healthy, they need to be active for hours every day and escaping their cage. Their cage should be big enough to allow them to spread their wings and move freely from perch to perch. It must be clean, safe and made of non-toxic materials. It should have many different types of perches with varying dimensions and heights and be able to change them. A roost is also required, which is usually a wooden post or concrete perch in the corner of the cage.
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+Parrots must have access to water that is fresh at all times, and it should be replaced daily. They should be fed an assortment of dark leafy greens, vegetables and fruits and treats should be limited to a maximum of 10% of the diet. They should be offered an array of nuts and seeds as well. Around 75% of their diet should be made up of high-quality crumbles or pellets.
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+The majority of parrot disease problems are caused by long-term nutritional imbalance. Minor issues can result in poor growth, bad plumage quality, or poor breeding performance. More significant changes may be a sign of specific diseases. Many of these can be prevented through regular check-ups by an avian veterinarian, and correct diet management.
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+You can also read about how to care for yourself.
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+Like all birds, African greys require lots of attention and mental stimulation in order to be happy. If a parrot is bored it will become depressed and show negative behaviors like aggression, self-mutilation, or feather-picking. It is essential to conduct regular veterinary examinations as well as fecal screening and vaccinations done to ensure that your pet is healthy.
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+African greys form monogamous couples and incubate eggs for between 21 and 30 days. They take care of their children until they reach around 10 weeks old. They can fly and are among the most intelligent birds. They can live for a long time and are often able to outlive their owners, making them a popular pet worldwide.
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+They are extremely adaptive and can adapt to many different environments. However, they prefer a natural environment with lots of trees and perches. They are able to use their feet that are facing backwards and two facing front on each foot - to help balance and perch, much as humans do with their hands. Their beaks are short and have an upper mandible which fits over the lower. This allows them to break open seeds, nuts and wood.
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+In the wild, African greys will eat fruits, nuts, seeds and dark leafy greens as part of their balanced diet. But, seeds should make up no more than 5% of the total diet. They should be supplemented by high-quality formulated pellets or crumbles that avoid the emergence of pickiness. They should also be provided with a variety of fresh vegetables, fruits as well as cooked legumes and beans. Water that is fresh and clean should always be available and cage maintenance is required daily. If the diet is not sufficient, supplements such as calcium or vitamin D may be required.
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+The World Parrot Trust works tirelessly to protect Grey and Timneh parrots as well as their habitats, however, their populations are declining due to illegal trade and captive breeding. Fortunately, they are protected under the Endangered Species Act in the United States as well as the Wild Bird Conservation Act. They also enjoy the highest level of protection under CITES. Find out more about these incredible birds in our parrot encyclopedia!