Search Results

BIRDS FOR SALE NAIL & Beak TRIMMING Nail clipping of parrots is simple, but can be quite a daunting task for an owner. Under normal circumstances, your bird generally won't require much more than light trim to remove the fine point. Overgrown nails that don't get worn down on their natural perches and pumice perches may need a little extra taken off to ensure the nail quick isn't extending too far into the length of the nail, and with regular We are able to clip your birds' nails Cost: $5 each bird https://birdtricksstore.com/blogs/birdtricks-blog/do-you-file-or-clip-your-bird-s-nails?srsltid=AfmBOorQpaXaKSks-i1i92sxKbiqqRardtg6QySlEwSv2trOSoVXkbI5 https://www.unusualpetvets.com.au/services/nail-clipping/ https://vcahospitals.com/know-your-pet/beak-and-nail-care-in-birds

Keeping your parrot healthy is a full time job, but do you know what they should eat? Read about conure and quaker diets here: MAKE YOUR OWN DIY PELLET & TREAT MIX A great diet can bring out the very best in your bird, but in the plethora of products to choose from, how do we know what is really the best for our parrot? We've curated an easy to make, low prep pellet and treat mix recipe you can buy at your local Woolworths or Coles and make in minutes. It is so versatile and easy to adapt to whatever you have available, don't stress if you don't have all the ingredients below, just improvise! Add other things in, leave some things out, it's really up to you. You can always make it a little bit different every time! You will need: 4-5kg of mixed pellets: Vetafarm Nutriblend Mini , Vetafarm Maintenance , Vetafarm South American , Tropican Lifetime , Zupreem Fruitblend Small 120g Slivered Almonds 300g Natural Pepitas 200g Coconut Flakes 500g Natural Sunflower Kernels 300g Banana Chips 200g Dried Diced Apricots 200g Hemp Seeds 200g Cashew Pieces 1kg Mixed Fruit Pieces 300g Pine Nuts Mix together in a large bowl. Will yield approximately 7.5kg of mixed pellets. Store in airtight container in cool, dry place. At Maranatha Aviaries, we wean our babies onto this mix, and it also forms the basis of our pet birds' diet as well. It is best suited for indoor birds, in an outdoor cage or aviary you would need to only supply what each cage needs daily, as the fruit and nut components tend to spoil quickly and attract ants. Depending on the size and quantity of birds, you can provide 2 tablespoons daily and increase per bird. While this mix is great for exposing your bird to a variety of different textures, tastes and nutrients, it shouldn't comprise of the entire diet. To read more about why balanced nutrition is so important for your bird, read here.

A bored bird is a naughty bird, but how do you keep a parrot busy? Check out our tips on enriching your parrots environment: THE IMPORTANCE OF ENRICHMENT Disclaimer: This is not a sponsored post. All opinions and recommendations are my own. Parrots are extremely intelligent, and just like our human toddlers, need lots to do to keep them entertained and out of mischief. The dictionary definition of enrichment is: "the action of improving or enhancing the quality or value of something." Owning a parrot means we are required to meet their physical, mental, emotional needs and improve their quality of life. When it comes to birds, this can mean a few different things; including exercise, provision of toys, foraging opportunities, ability to chew and destroy, and - if they are companions - human interaction. Birds that do not have their needs met will begin to suffer; they may pluck their feathers, self mutilation, screech excessively, gain weight and become nippy or aggressive. exercise Parrots require a decent level of exercise to keep in shape, whether in the form of free flying around your home, on a flight harness (we use this one ), on a play gym with ladders and swings or a combination of all. In an ideal world, it is optimal that your parrot remains flighted, however we understand that this may not be a safe option for your bird or situation. Parrots love to explore, and anything that you are doing is certainly interesting to them! Take your bird along with you while you do safe household activities, like watching tv, folding washing, vacuuming and mopping, or even in the shower! You are a part of their "flock" and they love to feel close to you and included. Foraging In the wild, parrots spend a significant amount of their day searching and foraging for food, but in captivity it is so readily available that they don't have to work for it. There are many foraging systems available to encourage natural behaviours such as treat boxes, baffle cages and acrylic designs. Foraging usually includes a food reward, like finding a nut or seed within a compartment, or could be as simple as wrapping some of their pellets or chunk of vegetable or fruit in some craft paper. Empty toilet rolls can also be filled with crinkle paper and seed/pellets then wrapped in paper. There are so many different designs for foraging toys, and they can be purchased online and in store relatively easily. Pet City Mt Gravatt (store and online) Parrot Supplies Australia (store and online) eBay (search forage feeder or parrot forage toy) Click through below to see more information on these products: BAFFLE CAGE VIEW TREAT BOXES VIEW NUT CAGE VIEW FORAGE CUPS VIEW ACRYLIC BALL VIEW FRUIT SKEWER VIEW branches Tactile enrichment, or enrichment that your parrot can touch and physically interact with, is also extended to their perches and cage environment. Branches should be of varying shapes, widths and textures, in replicating their natural environment the best we can. Not only does this trim their beaks and nails, but it also helps with to exercise their balancing and climbing abilities and gives something to chew and shred. Perches hung from the top of the cage with wire (stainless steel is 100% safe, unlike galvanised) simulates branches that move and sway in the wind, as do swings. Plastic and dowel perches that come with most bird cages should be discarded or repurposed into toys (see Toys section below) and replaced with natural branches. The general rule of thumb is if its native, it is fine for your bird. Some common examples are Banksia, Beech, Bottlebrush/ Callistemon, Palms (they especially like the fruit fronds), Grevillea, Gum, Ironbark, Bunya, Lilly Pilly, Paperbark, Pine and Jacaranda. Fresh branches should also be given, either as a new perch with the leaves on, or placed into a holder on the side of the cage to destroy as well. toys In addition to foraging toys, regular interactive or shredding toys are excellent for keeping the mind of your parrot busy. Their natural instinct to chew, shred, and tear apart their environment can easily be directed to toys, and away from things like towels, furniture and themselves (plucking). It is a misconception that it is "inconvenient" or "too expensive" that a parrot is destroying their toys. This is good! A busy parrot is a happy parrot, and it is so important they are given these opportunities to express natural behaviour. Parrots are also naturally independant and love making choices; provide ample toys made of different components and colours. Switch out with spare toys each week or fortnight to keep them engaged, and always check toys over for safety. DIY Toy Components Making your own bird toys can be rewarding, economical and a great activity to do with children and family. When choosing components, it is important to ensure they are chemical free and kid-safe approved if applicable. You can find inexpensive pieces in common department stores here in Australia, like Spotlight, Woolworths, Bunnings and Officeworks. Colourful beads, soft balsa or pine wood, seagrass and jingly bells are amazing enrichment products for your parrot. Avoid any items which are already painted (ie painted wooden beads); opt for the natural finish instead and colour them yourself. It is important to use stainless steel wire when constructing toys, as this is an item designed to be chewed. Stainless steel is a non toxic metal, as opposed to zinc (galvanised), copper and lead which, if ingested, can cause heavy metal toxicity and possibly death. Dyeing wood pieces and beads at home is so economical, and only requires a few items from the grocery store. You don't need any fancy equipment or products; simply Queen food colouring (comes in red , pink , yellow , green and blue ) for $1.10 and some white vinegar (2L for $1.20 ). Simply mix 250mL of warm water and 25mL of colouring in an old container (this may get stained) and stir to combine the colour. Place your wooden pieces in, give a quick stir or shake, and allow to soak for a few hours or overnight. The longer they soak the more vibrant they will become. After they have soaked, remove from the solution and place on paper or paper towel to dry (dependent on weather, temperature and humidity). Are you ready to make your own toys? Check out some of my favourite components: Wood Ring Beads Spotlight $4.50 | 5 pack VIEW Seagrass Mat Bunnings $4.17 VIEW Plastic Chain Bunnings $12.73-19.12 | 10m VIEW Plastic Lacing Beads Officeworks $29.95 | 96 pack VIEW Plastic C Clips eBay $6-7 | 100 pack VIEW Wooden Cutlery Kmart $2 | 18 pack VIEW Loofah Sponges eBay $1-2 each VIEW Wooden Feathers Spotlight $4 | 12 pack VIEW Paper Straws IKEA $2.99 | 100 pack VIEW Rattan Balls eBay $13-14 | 20 pack VIEW Pop Sticks Bunnings $4.10 | 150 pack VIEW Jute Twine Bunnings $3.20 | 75m VIEW Paper Rope Bunnings $10.79 | 40m VIEW Stainless Link Bunnings $4 | 8mm VIEW Wooden Beads eBay $5-7 | 50 pack VIEW Wooden Beads Spotlight $10 | 235g pack VIEW Pony Beads Spotlight $12 VIEW Wooden Pegs Kmart $2 | 9 pack VIEW Wooden Cubes Spotlight $6.50 | 72 pack VIEW Paper Straws Woolworths $3.00 | 100 pack VIEW Pop Sticks Officeworks $8.98 | 1000 pack VIEW Wooden Components Spotlight $10 | 235 pack VIEW Seagrass Cording Spotlight $30 | 65m VIEW Plastic Heart Beads Spotlight $8.50 | 125g VIEW Stainless Wire Bunnings $17.49 | 15m VIEW Plastic Bell Balls eBay $6-8 | 18 pack VIEW Stainless Spoons IKEA $5.99 | 6 pack VIEW Loofah Sponges Spotlight $6.50 ea VIEW Wooden Pegs Spotlight $5 | 10 pack VIEW Wooden Beads Spotlight $10 | 260g pack VIEW Pine Blocks Kmart $5.50 pack (48pc) VIEW Pop Sticks Kmart $3.25 | 200 pack VIEW

BIRD care Information Deciding to add a parrot to your family is a serious commitment, and oftentimes for a much longer duration than a dog or cat. Responsible bird owners should always make informed decisions, and continue to grow in knowledge as to their parrot's care. We have carefully curated relevant information for you below, let us know if there is a topic you would like us to cover. Is a parrot the right pet for you? READ NOW the importance of self care COMING SOON! why we don't sell unweaned birds READ NOW about Green-cheeked conures READ NOW before you bring your parrot home COMING SOON! the importance of enrichment READ NOW the importance of socialisation COMING SOON! about quaker parrots READ NOW the importance of balanced nutrition READ NOW the importance of flight COMING SOON! green-cheeked conure colours READ NOW quaker colours READ NOW

quaker: SPECIES PROFILE Quakers, or monk parrots, make brilliant companion pets due to their affectionate, energetic and comical personalities. When it comes to talking ability in a small parrot, they almost outrival larger birds with their clarity and mimicry ability. They are such social creatures which bond readily to a single person or family unit. They are not particularly loud, but do have an alarm call as all parrots do which is something to be mindful of if you live in close proximity housing. COMMON NAMES Quaker parrot, Monk parrot, Grey-breasted parakeet SCIENTIFIC NAME Myiopsitta monachus aDULT SIZE 12 inches (30.5cm) and between 95-120 grams LIFE EXPECTANCY With adequate diet, care, health, stimulation and love, your quaker can live up to 20-30 years, or even beyond. However, most live only 10 years, due to owner neglect. This is why it is imperative to learn and grow our knowledge about avian care. ORIGIN AND HISTORY The Quaker Parrot is native to Argentina, Bolivia and surrounding countries in South America. In the wild, they tend to live in very large flocks, and there are many feral populations in urban areas, such as North America and Europe. Temperament Quakers are generally very playful, vivacious and social, with their distinctive bobbing behaviour and 'quaking' sounds. They love to be in the company of fellow birds and humans, are highly intelligent and very loyal. Their talkative nature makes these parrots a popular favourite among bird keepers. They are also known for their cage territorialism, which if seen as a natural behaviour, rather than a problem behaviour, this can be easily negated with training necessary for any companion parrot. Colours and markings Quakers are monomorphic, meaning both sexes have identical colouring. They naturally occur as green in the wild, but there are a multitude of new colours that have been developed in captivity. They are characterised by their vivid colours: vibrant greens, blues, yellow, white and even grey. Some colours that are bred in captivity are: blue, lutino, albino, cobalt, mauve, dark green, olive, blue pallid, green pallid, cobalt pallid, mauve pallid, dark green pallid, olive pallid, as well as the same in opaline and parblue. To learn more about the different colour mutations, read here. housing requirements Quakers, by nature, are very inquisitive, playful parrots. They need to have adequate room to play, forage, fly/flap and explore their surroundings. For birds, this is usually a cage or enclosure, which becomes your bird's "safe place". Their cage should provide sufficient room to freely spread both wings. Choose the largest cage you can afford and that will fit well in your space. A cage recommended to house a quaker parrot should be at the very least 60x60x60cm, but recommended 80x90x55cm with between 15-19mm wide bar spacing. A cage with a playtops and doors with locking mechanisms are an advantage. Select natural branches to use as perches, as these provide different thicknesses, textures and enrichment to promote foot health. Quakers love to chew and should be given ample toys for the sole purpose of destroying and keeping them occupied. We purchase all our toys from Unique Beaks Handmade Bird Toys which are made with bird-safe natural dyes, stainless steel, plastic, wood and accessories. You can find them on Facebook here. Items such as pony beads, paddlepop sticks, paper, untreated pine, paper straws, wax-free cupcake liners, and finger traps make great toys for inquisitive beaks to shred. Some metals, such as galvanised steel, lead, and zinc can cause metal poisoning, so it is best to use stainless steel wherever possible. Feeding your quaker a balanced, nutritionally dense, varied diet is imperative to maintaining healthy physical and mental wellbeing. This should consist of a base diet of formulated pellets, low-fat seeds, sprouted seed, vegetables and a small amount of fruit. For more details on diet and nutrition for your parrot, read about it here. diet and nutrition common health problems Quakers are known to be susceptible to feather plucking. This could have medical causes, or it could be contributed by boredom, or lack of mental stimulation (handling, variation in routine, not enough/any toys). Annual (or more often if required) checkups are highly advised to ensure your parrot is in best health, as diagnosis and treatment of any disease or illness can be given earlier rather than later. Diseases known to affect quakers include: Fatty Liver Disease (Malnutrition induced disease from too high fat content in diet. Symptoms: obesity, overgrown beaks, enlarged livers, anaemia, jaundice, lipemia) Psittacosis (Parrot fever: very common disease caused by Chlamydophila psittaci bacteria. Symptoms: loose droppings, poor appetite, green urates, weight loss, lethargy) Giardia infection (Natural occurring protozoan in the intestine, which affects absorption of vitamins and minerals. Symptoms: malnutrition, lethargy, poor appetite, dry itchy skin) Polyomavirus (Virus that affects multiple organs of young, caged birds. Symptoms: vomiting, swollen abdomen, diarrhoea, breathing issues, weight loss, and possibly haemorrhages) Here are some avian vets in South East Queensland whom we have good dealings with and feel confident enough to recommend. There are others in the southern corner, however we would not recommend them. THE EXOTICS VET Dr. Vanessa Harkess BVSC (Hons I) MANZCVS (Avian Health) 22 Ashmole Road, Redcliffe QLD Phone: (07) 3060 2112 Hours: Tuesday to Saturday 9am to 5pm, Closed Sunday and Monday https://theexoticsvet.com/ BRISBANE BIRD VET Dr. Adrian Gallagher BVSC (Hons) MANZCVS (Avian Health) 248 Hamilton Rd, Chermside QLD Phone: (07) 3359 2233 Hours: Monday, Wednesday, Friday 9am to 5pm, Tuesday and Thursday until 7pm, Weekends closed https://brisbanebirdvet.com.au/ BRISBANE BIRD & EXOTICS VETERINARY SERVICE Dr. Deborah Monks BVSc (Hons), Cert Zoo Med (RCVS), ECZM Diplomate (Avian Medicine), FANZCVS (Avian Medicine and Surgery) 191 Cornwall Street, Greenslopes, QLD Phone: (07) 3217 3533 Hours: Monday to Friday 8:30am to 6:00pm, Saturday 8:30am to 12:00pm, Closed Sundays & Public Holidays https://bbevs.com.au/

The latest comparisons between violet and non violet green cheeks. quaker colour combination COMPARISONS With the vast amount of mutations and available in Australia, it can be difficult to find professional and concise comparisons between each colour. It is tricky for the untrained eye to see difference between the different mutations and what the effect is on the structural colour if you are unsure what you're looking for. Here are some comparison photographs to help distinguish them. DO NOT screenshot, save or republish any copyrighted photographs from this website without expressed permission by the owner. This is a copyright infringement and punishable by law. For the comprehensive colour chart, click here. GROUP SHOTS L-R: Turquoise, Blue Opaline, Blue, Blue Pallid, Cobalt Pallid, Cobalt Opaline, Cobalt L-R: Dark Green Opaline, Dark Green, Green, Green Pallid, Green Pallidino GREEN PALLID VS GREEN PALLIDINO VS LUTINO L-R: Green Pallidino, Green Pallid, Lutino L-R: Lutino, Green Pallidino, Green Pallid L-R: Green Pallid, Green Pallidino Cobalt vs Cobalt Opaline vs Cobalt pallid L-R: Cobalt Pallid, Cobalt, Cobalt Opaline L-R: Cobalt Opaline, Cobalt, Cobalt Pallid Dark Green vs Olive L-R: Olive, Dark Green L-R: Dark Green, Olive L-R: Dark Green, Olive Turquoise vs Blue L-R: Blue, Turquoise (Parblue-Blue) L-R: Turquoise (Parblue-Blue), Blue Cobalt Pallid vs Mauve Pallid Cobalt Pallid L-R: Mauve Pallid, Cobalt Pallid Mauve Pallid L-R: Cobalt Pallid, Mauve Pallid Green opaline vs dark green opaline vs olive opaline L-R: Dark Green Opaline, Green Opaline, Olive Opaline L-R: Green Opaline, Olive Opaline L-R: Dark Green Opaline, Green Opaline, Olive Opaline Dark Green Opaline Olive Opaline

Which is the best bird cage for your parrot? Read how to choose a cage and set it up for your bird. SETTING UP A BIRD CAGE When buying a companion parrot, its easy to get overwhelmed with the sheer choice and variety of cages and enclosures you can find online. A cage is your bird's safe space, so it is important to research well, so you can set it up in a way that facilitates them to feel safe and secure. We are working on an expansive article which will cover information about where to put your bird's cage, cleaning, furnishing and what to avoid, watch this space! our cage recommendations We have extensively researched the cages currently available and collated this list that we would recommend, based on various dimensions, configurations and price points. Click the pictures or product titles below to view relevant website listing: Green Parrot (BC1261) 127cm W x 61cm D x 98cm H Overall Height 166cm including stand Bar Spacing: 12mm Bar Thickness: 2mm Remove divider for more space Available from Pet Shop Direct Green Parrot (PC1076) 102cm W x 76 cm D x 158cm H Overall height 188cm including playtop Bar Spacing: 17mm Bar Thickness: 4mm Available from Pet Shop Direct Flyline (12432) 81cm W x 59cm D x 172cm H Bar Spacing: 20mm Bar Thickness: 4mm Available from GT Mall i.pet 61cm W x 42cm D x 74cm H Overall Height 144cm Bar Spacing: 15mm Bar Thickness: Unknown Available from Bunnings Marketplace Note: On the smaller side Avi One (904) 100.5cm W x 72.5cm D x 140cm H Overall height 171cm Bar Spacing: 10mm Bar Thickness: 2mm Available from Petstock Avi One (932SB) 96cm W x 74cm D x 112cm H Overall height 173cm Bar Spacing: 16mm Bar Thickness: Unknown Available from Petstock, Pet Shop Direct YES4PETS (185cm XXL) 110cm W x 110cm D x 152.5cm H Overall height 185cm Bar Spacing: 16.5mm Bar Thickness: 2.7mm Available from Bunnings Marketplace, Kogan, Dick Smith Avi One (604) 78cm W x 46cm D x 84cm H Overall height 160cm Bar Spacing: 10mm Bar Thickness: Unknown Available from Petstock Flyline (20033) 79cm W x 52cm D x 96.6cm H Overall Height 130cm Bar Spacing: 11mm Bar Thickness: Unknown Available from GT Mall Flyline (20045) 90cm W x 58.5cm D x 117cm H Overall height 152.4cm Bar Spacing: 11mm Bar Thickness: Unknown Available from GT Mall Flyline (10115D) 154cm W x 48cm D x 93cm H Overall height 163cm Bar Spacing: 12mm Bar Thickness: 2-3mm Remove divider for more space Available from GT Mall Watson & Williams (Extra Wide) 82cm W x 52cm D x ?cm H Overall Height 154cm Bar Spacing: Unknown Bar Thickness: Unknown Available from Petbarn Getting THEM HOME What will you bring them home in? There are many various options to choose from when purchasing a suitable bird carrier; such as a carrier, crate or cage. It is important to be prepared for transporting your parrot to and from the breeder, vet appointments, pet minder or even walk to the park. Small carriers can range from $15 to $60+, but are a necessary investment; a cardboard box is an inappropriate choice. It is important to remember that this is for transport purposes only. Please do not leave your bird in a small carry carrier for longer than a few hours. Here are a few options: Carry Crates - made of timber and wire mesh, plastic, or acrylic. Slide up or swing access door. Small Cage - can be called budgie cages, canary cages etc. Avoid round and opt for square. Cat Carriers - affordable, easy to find in store option, however they require a little modification to add a perch and secure door. Make sure bird cannot fit its head through the bars on the door. Bird Backpacks - on the pricier side, but added versatility of transport for hiking and walking in nature. Some further considerations: 1. Wire spacing: Does the cage have strong mesh or wire, and is it of appropriate spacing (maximum 2cm apart). Could smaller aperture wire be added to ensure wings, feet and head stay safely within the carrier (especially with cat carriers)? 2. Ventilation: Does it have adequate through ventilation, without too many acrylic sides? Keep the air conditioning on high in the car when travelling in summer, especially in Queensland. 3. Security: Ensure that parts designed to be taken apart - like cage bottoms - are secured with zip ties if needed. Access doors and sliding feeders can be secured with clothes pegs. 4. Material: Is it easy to clean and able to be disinfected? Does it have a bottom tray that can have newspaper added to it to catch droppings? 5. Clean: Ensure your carrier is clean and disinfected, especially if your carrier has been used with other birds. This is to ensure that faeces- and dander-bourne illnesses and diseases are not transmitted to other homes and birds. Places to shop for transport cages: Pet Barn, Pet Stock, GT Mall, Amazon, eBay, Temu, Get Flocked, Parrot Supplies, Pet Circle, Pet Shop Direct, Reject Shop, Choice Discount Stores, Wayne's World Some of our recommendations: GT Mall 27.5(W) x 19.5(D) x 27.5(H)cm $20 (We stock these) Parrot Supplies - Small 30.5(W) x 17(D) x 27.5(H)cm $34 Pet Stock - Avi One 320A 34(W) x 26.5(D) x 51(H)cm $36 Temu (Item ID: HH58706) 30.5(W) x 25.5(D) x 25.5(H)cm approx $20-25 Temple & Webster 47.6(W) x 37.5(D) x 45.7(H)cm $119-170 + shipping Pet Circle - Catit Voyageur 47.6(W) x 37.5(D) x 45.7(H)cm $119-170 + shipping Temu (Item ID: FD185767) 29(W) x 20(D) x 21(H)cm approx $30-35 Pet Circle - Paradise 29(W) x 22(D) x 38(H)cm $31 Get Flocked - 32W) x 28(D) x 41(H)cm $90

We know the idea of feeding your new baby parrot seems alluring, but did you know it could be risking their health? Read why: WHY we don't sell UNWEANED BIRDs A commonly asked question when it comes to buying a new parrot is "Can I buy it as a baby and feed it myself? I've heard it will bond to me better". We can understand the allure of caring for your own little baby and how that could seem beneficial to some, but unfortunately this is not only bad practice from a breeder's perspective, but also not in the bird's best interest. Let's unwrap this topic. What does the law say? The Queensland Code of Practice for Pet Shops, published by the Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry (DAFF), aims to provide "advice on accepted standards for managing other animal species for sale at pet shops", and by extension we believe this is applicable to breeders also. In Section 11.1 it explains "All animals offered for sale should be weaned and fully self-sufficient (able to feed themselves unaided. Juvenile birds should be self-sufficient and fully feathered (moult permitting)." Additionally, as a professional breeder and even as parrot owners, we are subject to the Animal Care and Protection Act 2001 (you can read it here) and owe a duty of care to any animal that we are in charge of (ie. own). That means we are required to provide for any animal's needs that is in our care, including its food, water, living conditions and environment, treatment of disease/injury and that the animal is handled appropriately and correctly. what are the health risks? When young, unweaned birds are being reared by persons that don't have suitable equipment and/or expertise, you are risking both short-term and long-term health problems. Baby birds need so many aspects of their environment and husbandry "just right", to ensure they become healthy and well rounded companions for you. Hand-rearing baby parrots is a complex process with so many variables that can negatively affect the outcome of your bird, including: Temperature controlled environment Being kept in too cold or too hot of a brooder or enclosure can affect digestion function and stunt growth rates. Professional thermostat brooders which efficiently regulate temperature, can be a costly investment (from $400 up into the thousands) and unnecessary expense just for one or two birds. Incorrect formula temperature: Formula fed too hot can cause burns in the crop and inside the beak, and too cold can cause sour crop (bacterial / yeast infection). In the case of burns, a hole can perforate in the crop, allowing crop contents into the body as digestion slows and nutritional deficiencies result. Fatal if untreated. Insufficient food volume and nutrients: Baby birds can quickly starve to death in the hands of an inexperienced handler. Baby birds are used to a feeding schedule, formula type/brand, quantity and method of feeding, changes to this environment can cause developmental delays and food refusal due to stress. Professional hand-rearers know what volume of food is required for each feed, and ensure the bird is receiving enough formula and thus sufficient nutrients each day. Without this, the baby bird is at risk of developing Metabolic Bone Disease - a painful condition directly resulting from poor nutrition and a largely avoidable disease. It results from imbalances in vitamin D, calcium and other trace elements such as vitamin A. You can read more about MBD here . Incorrect feeding processes: Inhalation of formula called aspiration, where formula is fed into the trachea instead of the oesophagus. Causes infection and pneumonia, can kill within seconds in bad cases. Requires extensive vet intervention if bird is to survive, if at all. Incorrect handling processes: The crop while baby parrots grow, is very stretchy in comparison to a grown parrot's crop, in order to accommodate the larger volume of food per feed. As such, this increases the risk of aspiration (see above) if the bird is grabbed suddenly or held incorrectly, thus putting pressure on the full crop pushing the contents back into the beak and likely down the trachea. Keeping them clean: Formula feeding, whether with syringe or spoon, can be a very messy process for the untrained. It can leave baby birds caked in formula which dries like concrete, damages their feathers and potentially introduce bacteria that will make them sick. Ensuring weaning to completion: It is important that a baby bird is able to fully sustain its dietary needs on its own before it goes to its new home. This means eating a wide variety of foods independently, such as pellets, seeds, grains, fruit, vegetables and so on. Without this skill, they are at risk of starving themselves as they wait for their next feed, while the new owners may be unaware that the bird has stopped eating. Unweaned fledglings will often stop eating if they are too hungry as well. This process takes longer for some individuals. With so many things that could go wrong in the hand-rearing process, it is best to leave it to the professionals to finish raising your new bird to completion. But will it still bond to me? Yes, of course. A bird that is purchased young and allowed to integrate well into a new household will absolutely bond to you without much trouble at all. It is not necessary for them to experience being hand fed by you in their nourishment stage, in order for them to see you as their companion. A new owner who involves their new family member in the daily runnings of their life, such as playing games, watching movies, sharing snacks or doing the housework will have an eager and loyal little friend for life. What about the breeder? As a professional breeder, it is in everyone's best interest that the bird you are purchasing is of premium quality. We want to avoid you any potential heartache, veterinary bills, or drama that come from taking a bird home before it is ready. We take immense pride in the quality of our birds, and love to see them thriving and ready for their new adventures; an independent, curious and healthy bird to bring you many years of joy. Selling birds that meet our high standards ensures you receive what you are paying for, and nothing less. Our decision not to sell unweaned birds is not a reflection on any person in particular or their perceived skills or ability. It is simply our decision to safeguard the quality of birds bearing our leg rings and breeding reputation, and adhering to the legislation that keeps our birds safe. As always, your purchase includes lifetime support from us, whether it be for information on diet, behaviour, questions or even just to update and chat! You can download, print and read the following resources that have been referenced: Queensland Code of Practice for Pet Shops: DOWNLOAD Animal Care and Protection Act 2001: DOWNLOAD

Check out our gallery and descriptions for the most common green cheeked conure colours we have available here in Australia. Green-Cheeked Conure Colours & Mutations We have so many wonderful colours available in Australia, with even more available overseas additionally. Here is an overview to help you identify your own conure, someone else's, or choose your next family member. The following photographs are the property of Maranatha Aviaries ©. DO NOT screenshot, save or republish any copyrighted photographs from this website without expressed permission by the owner. This is a copyright infringement and punishable by law. We are also working on cataloguing side-by-side comparisons of some of the mutations, feel free to check them out here. Jump to: Green Variants Opaline Variants Cinnamon Variants Pineapple Variants Turquoise Variants Turquoise Opaline Variants Turquoise Cinnamon Variants Turquoise Pineapple Variants green DF VIOLET green green opaline (yellow-sideD) SF VIOLET green opaline (yellow-sideD) dF VIOLET green opaline (yellow-sideD) green cinnamon sf violet green cinnamon green pineapple High Red green pineapple sf violet green pineapple DF Violet green pineapple turquoise sf vIOLET turquoise df vIOLET turquoise Turquoise Opaline (Yellow-sided) SF Violet turquoise opaline (yellow-sided) dF Violet turquoise opaline (yellow-sided) turquoise cinnamon SF VIOLET turquoise cinnamon df violet turquoise cinnamon turquoise pineapplE SF Violet turquoise pineapple

It's a nerve-wracking time bringing a new parrot home for the first time. Make sure you're prepared with our easy step-by-step guide. hOUSEHOLD DANGERS FOR YOUR PARROT do not impulse buy here bird proofing your home Keeping their environment safe, parrots are like toddlers, and explore their surroundings with their feet and beaks ceiling fans mirrors windows neck injuries or even instant death. Heat and cooking hazards hot stoves - burns on feet ovens blenders teflon coatings in ovens (pyrolytic ovens), sandwich press, Buckets of water, toilets, sinks, soaking items on the sink, sink of water https://www.petmd.com/bird/care/bird-proofing-your-home-101-everything-you-need-know bathing here bathing here bathing here

about WHO ARE WE? Welcome! I'm Camille; self-professed 'crazy bird lady', mum to two little humans, and soul behind Maranatha Aviaries. I breed green-cheeked conures and quakers in a plethora of colours, right here in the Lockyer Valley. My love for aviculture began at the wee age of three years old; my family went to a local market and we walked past a stall with all kinds of birds. The request was simple: "Mum, I want that one", pointing a cockatiel fledgling in one of the cages. Well what could she say? My fate was sealed that very day, and a little pearl cockatiel called Sammie came to live with us. That little bird was the light of my life for 17 wonderful years, and cemented a love for parrots deeply into my heart. My whole life I firmly believed that I would be a veterinarian one day; nothing could have convinced me otherwise. I lived and breathed anything and everything related to animals; I had parrot books and encyclopaedias and studied about the anatomy of feathers, I was pretty much obsessed. Leaving high school I went on to study two years of Veterinary Technology, and that course on animal breeding and genetics sure was a foreshadowing of the not-to-distant future. Fast forward to Spring 2014, I brought my first green-cheeked conure home. I was fascinated by the way these little birds hung around by one foot, laid on their back, played with toys and made such great companions. A few months later I bought a hen and - paired with the name of our property, "Maranatha" (which means The Lord is Coming) - Maranatha Aviaries was born. OUR MISSION My goal is to educate, support and share the love of aviculture with my clients. Whether young or old, male or female, all can experience the joys that come with owning intelligent companion parrots, which deserve to live long and enriched lives. Over the years I have owned various parrots such as budgerigars, cockatiels, alexandrines, indian ringnecks, galahs, Bourke's parrots, quakers and green-cheeked conures, and I strive to continually grow my knowledge in care and husbandry. It is my desire to raise birds the best way and support and educate those around me so they can do the same, whether for their pets or fellow breeders as well. Because at the end of the day, these parrots have been put on this planet to be enjoyed and engaged with; not just a pretty bundle of feathers sitting in a cage. VISIT US

Quaker Colours & Mutations We have so many wonderful colours available in Australia, with even more available overseas additionally. Here is an overview to help you identify your own quaker, someone else's, or choose your next family member. The following photographs are our own property unless otherwise indicated. Note: We do not have "grey green" quakers in Australia currently, they are properly called Dark Green (SF Dark Factor) and Olive (DF Dark Factor). DO NOT screenshot, save or republish any copyrighted photographs from this website without expressed permission by the owner. This is a copyright infringement and punishable by law. We are also working on cataloguing side-by-side comparisons of the different mutations, feel free to check them out here. Jump to: Green Variants Dark Green Variants Olive Variants Ino Variants Blue Variants Turquoise Variants Cobalt Variants Mauve Variants Green Green Pallid Green Pallidino Green Opaline Dark Green Dark Green Pallid dark green pallidINO Images coming soon. dark green OPALINE Images coming soon. OLIVE OLIVE PALLID Images coming soon. Olive Opaline LUTINO ALBINO BLUE BLUE PALLID BLUE PALLIDINO Images coming soon. BLUE OPALINE TURQUOISE TURQUOISE PALLID TURQUOISE OPALINE Cobalt Turquoise Images coming soon. Cobalt Turquoise Pallid Images coming soon. Cobalt Turquoise Opaline Images coming soon. COBALT COBALT PALLID COBALT PALLIDINO COBALT OPALINE MAUVE MAUVE PALLID MAUVE Opaline Images coming soon. Additional mutations include: (Commonly referred to as "Crossovers") Green Opaline Pallid Dark Green Opaline Pallid Olive Opaline Pallid Blue Opaline Pallid Cobalt Opaline Pallid Mauve Opaline Pallid Turquoise Opaline Pallid Cobalt Turquoise Opaline Pallid Mauve Turquoise Opaline Pallid Cremino Turquoise Pallidino Cobalt Turquoise Pallidino OIive Pallidino Mauve Pallidino Mauve Turquoise Mauve Turquoise Pallid Mauve Turquoise Pallidino Mauve Turquoise Opaline