Parrot Amazon: feedback from owners and subtleties of content

Curious, calm, playful, clever - all this parrot amazon. The owners' comments say that this exotic bird can become a pet for the whole family. But, as with any animal, you need to know the characteristics of the content, so that later there are no unpleasant surprises.

Amazons in natural conditions

Amazonian parrots come from Central and South America, prefer to live in moist savannas and tropical forests. These birds are schooly, keep in small amicable groups. And only in the mating season are broken in pairs.

In nature, the Amazons spend most of the time on high branches, feed on shoots of trees, leaves, flowers, seeds, nuts and fruits. Like all birds, these parrots wake up early, with the rising of the sun. The first thing that the Amazons do after waking up, - with the help of shouting, tell each other the news of last night. Most of the day, the search for food and water.

What does the Amazon parrot look like?

Amazons in size are classified as large parrots. The length of their body can reach from 25 to 45 centimeters. And the Amazons can weigh up to 700 grams. It all depends on the species.

These exotic birdies are chunky, with a short and rounded tail. The beak of the Amazonian parrot is powerful, so that he can stand up for himself, although he has a calm character.

The main color for color is green, which is complemented by specks of other shades: yellow, red, blue and lilac. Usually they are scattered on the head, neck, neck, tail and wings. It is by the colors of these specks that distinguish the types of Amazonian parrots.

Types of Amazon parrots

To date, about 30 species of Amazons are known. Of these, 2 are considered extinct, and 18 are endangered and listed in the Red Book. We list only those species that are most often sold for domestic maintenance. Of these, and should choose a pet.

• Yellow-eared.
• Red-haired.
• White-throated.
• The blue-skinned.
• Sineshcheky.
• Yellowtened.
• Amazon Muller.
• Cuban.
• Festive (festival) parrot.
• The Venezuelan Amazon.

Characteristics of the character of the Amazonian parrot

Usually the first feathered pet in the house is a wavy parrot. People for various reasons are afraid to start larger exotic birds. Although all fears are not justified. Amazon - this is the bird that does not spoil the first impression.

Parrots of this breed are calm, not rancorous, go to contact, are friendly towards people and love their owners. Amazonian parrots are wonderful companions. They are distinguished by their activity, curiosity and, as it was said in the cartoon "The Mystery of the Third Planet," with intelligence and ingenuity. If the amazon is attached to a man, it is rare when he refuses to caress and "pochonov."

Changeability in mood is a feature of the nature of this exotic bird. Here the parrot just sang and jumped on the perch, and now the offended person is sitting, turning away from the wall. You just need to get used to this behavior. Such a strange character trait has the Amazon parrot.

The owners' comments also talk about the minuses of these birds. Amazons arrogant and very demanding. If they become bored, they will be informed about it by shouting. They can behave cheekily, hooliganize and are not afraid of anything. So from the first days of the appearance of this bird in the house, special attention should be paid to his upbringing. As soon as the parrot is assimilated in a new place, it is possible to teach him the norms of behavior. Amazons are smart, they will quickly understand what's what and what rules should be observed.

One must be able to distinguish between a demanding cry about attention from morning and evening rituals. As in nature, at home these birds in the morning will conduct a noisy roll call. And in the evenings the Amazon parrot loves to sing loudly. The responses of the owners of these birds indicate that it is worth to reconcile with this behavior and treat with understanding to the feathered pet. During the day, the Amazon will also remain silent. Parrots in principle love to sing songs, so that in your home will always be heard melodious and not very trills.

Intellectual abilities of the Amazons

Usually the owners of parrots are wondering if they can learn to talk. Amazons in this regard are very capable birds. They can easily memorize up to fifty words, learn poems and songs. Of course, the construction of phrases in these parrots can not be called ideal, in the imitation of human speech they often make amusing mistakes. But the Amazons talently copy other sounds: laughter, coughing, ringing at the door, ringing phone, meowing cat, etc.

What else is interesting about the Amazon parrot? The owners' comments say that this bird can become a real circus artist. Teach your pet to approach the call, turn around, dance and even play basketball! Learning the tricks with a feathered pet, the pleasure will be received by both the parrot and the host.

Nuances of determining the age and sex

If we talk about the minuses of the Amazons, we can not help but mention the difficulties in determining sex. Only laboratory tests will give a 100% result, but they are unpleasant. Either you need to wait for the marriage period and observe the behavior of several birds. In principle, the sex of the parrot is important, if in the future you plan to create a couple and do breeding. If you get an Amazon for the soul, then it makes no difference whether the boy is a girl or a girl. They are equally capable and smart.

With the definition of age, not everything is so bad. A young specimen can be recognized by a dirty gray iris. But how the Amazon turns two or three years old, and its iris becomes a red shade, it will be difficult to say whether a mature or elderly parrot is an Amazon. The owners' responses confirm that only a diligent breeder will disclose the real age of the bird.

Features of food

A full and balanced diet is a guarantee of health, longevity, activity and good mood of the parrot.

The basis of the ration (30-40%) is a quality grain mix, which must include millet, oats, canary and wheat. With great pleasure, the Amazons eat the water soaked in water. 60-70% of the diet should be fruits, vegetables, berries and greens. Mineral top dressing should always be in a parrot cage.

It is very important once a week or two to introduce additional fertilizing. It boiled on water porridge (without oil and salt) and sprouted grains (wheat, oats, millet, corn and others).

Of the different components of the diet (except for dry food) you can make poultry and offer your bird. Just mix in the plate those ingredients that are happy to eat your parrot amazon. The photo shows an example of how a mashed-up can look like a germ of grains, fruits and greens.

Nuts and seeds are very caloric, so giving them to the parrot can be seldom and little by little as a treat.

The fruits, vegetables and berries allowed for the Amazons. Pears, apples, citrus, bananas, pumpkin, carrots, cabbage, strawberries, strawberries, raspberries, cherries, cherries, gooseberries, currants, cranberries, blueberries and cowberries.

The food forbidden for the Amazons. Avocado, mango, papaya, potatoes, bakery products, onions, garlic, meat, spices.

Water is life!

The most important thing is to change the water every day. In hot weather, this is better done twice a day. Water is recommended to be bottled (without gas) or flowing flowing. Periodically, a drop of lemon juice can be added to the drink. Boiled and filtered water is not worth giving, there is nothing useful in it.

Cleanliness is the guarantee of health. Timely (at least twice a week), clean the cage in which your Amazon parrot lives. Content in the mud leads to various diseases and the appearance of parasites.

Parrots love to swim, especially in summer. At least once a week, offer your pet to take water procedures. Of course, if you do not want to, then you do not need to force it. Some prefer bathing and bathing, others - a shower of spray, and still others splash with pleasure under a trickle of a tap. When bathing parrots often drink, so the water should be fresh and clean.

Temperature and humidity for the Amazons

The conditions for keeping Amazons should be approximated to tropical ones. It is moderate heat (about 25 degrees) and high humidity (60-90%). Not comfortable for Amazon temperatures below 18 degrees.

In the heating season, the issue of air humidification is particularly relevant. A simple trick will help: keep on the batteries wet sheets or towels and often suggest that the parrot swim. For someone, the purchase of an air humidifier will be an option.

Failure to comply with these conditions can lead to premature and prolonged moulting.

A cell is a house or a dungeon?

"The apartment" for the Amazon is also important, because in it he will spend most of his time. The more spacious his apartments are, the better. The minimum size of a cage for parrots of Amazons is one meter per meter. To tell you the truth, this is an expensive pleasure. But to save the family budget homemade construction will help.

The ideal cell is rectangular with a large length and width. Parrots often fly from the perch to the perch to stretch their wings. Cells of a round shape are not comfortable, and intricate designs with numerous angles simply reduce the useful space.

However, no matter how large the cage is, you can not fully appreciate the wings there. Therefore, flying around the room is very important for the Amazons. The longer they are, the better. You can make an amazon walk more interesting with the help of a game stand. On it, it is worth placing the lion's share of toys, swings and ladders, which will help your pet to develop in tricks and acrobatics.

Amazon can become a true friend and companion, which will brighten up the gray routine and fill the house with melodic chirping.