Whether budgie, cockatoo, or African Grey Parrot – Birds are flock animals. And as such they need con-specific society. A budgie and a cockatoo understand themselves, but they can receive no social bond, they speak “different languages. Only in exceptional cases, these two birds would do together, but basically they become lonely, despite the company of another bird. Only animals of the same species can enter into a genuine pair bonding.
Even man can never replace the other dogs. Even if 24 hours a day would have time, so one does not speak the same language, can not replace the sexual partner and in the absence of the owner, the animal falls into a severe crisis. Single birds often develop massive behavioral disorders. The spectrum ranges from permanent crying about apathy, always the same motion through to self-mutilation by the animals to bite off the springs. In the worst cases, the keels to be eroded to the skin. Scabby scars and naked Skin are the result. Many bird keepers are afraid of socialization. Help can be found in forums, advice on which other experienced operator.
Internet search engines to find every species the right forum, so it’s no problem to find a focal point. If you stand before the acquisition of parrots, it is advisable to choose a pair from the start. If the animals are already together you will experience the fewest problems. Incompatibilities are therefore excluded. In addition, it helps with the absorption of active duty animal welfare. Addition to the partner animal there is, of course, be observed even more points. Birds need more space, suggests a common cages. The animals have in the aviary can fly at least once, daily flight is essential. It make no difference between the animals offered toys and expensive furniture, paintings, or the couch. Not only parrots, but also smaller birds can cause considerable damage to the facility. Which should always be aware when you contemplating the purchase of parakeets or parrots. One can hardly educate birds and accordingly they are not housebroken. If you are still opted for the poultry, is alone watching the animals is a real treat. Each species is usually another typical behavior that may be highly interesting!