Abu Colo
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Colocolo the Kolokolo Bird, Strigops habroptilus subsp. fortasse
Way too many budgerigars
Hello Parrotheads,
We are getting Colocolo a proper cage, and are deciding on a 30x30 corner cage (Flyline). The cage gives a diagonal space of 42 inches, although our flightless bird does not seem much of a flapper. Now we know a proper macaw cage should be larger, but we really only want it as a sleeper and to keep him out of trouble when he's alone - otherwise he is free roaming. Currently he likes to sleep in his tiny carrier cage, so almost anything is an upgrade over that.
The question: A white cage fits our decor, but it seems macaws will scrap the paint off over time - is this a problem for anyone? I wonder if it will be safer and look better over time to get a darker cage that won't show as much wear.
Second question: The bar spacing is a quarter inch compared to the recommended inch to an inch and a half for macaws. I can only imagine this is to help them pass their beaks through and climb around. Anyone have any thoughts or experiences?
We are getting Colocolo a proper cage, and are deciding on a 30x30 corner cage (Flyline). The cage gives a diagonal space of 42 inches, although our flightless bird does not seem much of a flapper. Now we know a proper macaw cage should be larger, but we really only want it as a sleeper and to keep him out of trouble when he's alone - otherwise he is free roaming. Currently he likes to sleep in his tiny carrier cage, so almost anything is an upgrade over that.
The question: A white cage fits our decor, but it seems macaws will scrap the paint off over time - is this a problem for anyone? I wonder if it will be safer and look better over time to get a darker cage that won't show as much wear.
Second question: The bar spacing is a quarter inch compared to the recommended inch to an inch and a half for macaws. I can only imagine this is to help them pass their beaks through and climb around. Anyone have any thoughts or experiences?
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