Feed the parrot a lowfat, highfiber diet that is 80% soft, fresh produce foods. Eclectus parrots, ram and lahkan, playing follow the leader and bang bang game. Listen to exciting podcast interviews with parrot specialists from around the world, many available for wpt members only. These birds were hand reared, but have been in aviary about 4 years. The ultimate guide to eclectus parrots ebook by kirsten. The eclectus is a very good imitator and if you have a fairly noisy household, kids, pets, neighbours, even noisy wild life such as native birds and parrots. Be sure to buy the largest cage that your home and budget can afford these birds can become restless and unhappy when confined. Some prefer vegetables but i know all of ours choose fruits over their veggies any day. Get to know the eclectic one the eclectus parrot scientific name.
Thank you to bert and his owner for allowing us to film them and share it on our channel to help the masses. Download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or tablets. The eclectus is considered to be one of the more difficult species to feed properly. These tropical parrots are found in rainforrest environments in northern australia. Eclectus parrot keeping, pros and cons, care, housing, diet and health. Males and females have different plumage distributions and beak color is also different black for females and coral for males. Pictures of jeanette and john wragg with babies 21. The ultimate guide to eclectus parrots ebook by kirsten badham. Learn about how to care for parrots and find the right cage, food and other. Bert is a male eclectus parrot brought to a masterclass while we visited oz. After all they are a parrot and they do like to screech for fun. It is a bird capable of learning to say a few words. Blue female eclectus have a silverwhite head with bright blue eyeliner. This makes appropriate diet an essential part of eclectus ownership.
This video presents sri swamijis adopted way of caring of eclectus parrots. This video features 8 eclectus parrots belonging to sub species grand eclectus, solomon solomon, pied eclectus, red. Eclectus parrot stock photos download 949 royalty free. Since 1996, lilly has raised hundreds of parrots in a closed operating aviary and personally handfed babies until they are weaned and eating vegetables. With over 18 years of experience, lilly is here to help you make informed decisions about your eclectus parrot. Eckie lovers everywhere can feel confident knowing they are providing their eclectus with the best care possible. I felt like i needed to get this out right away because as many times as ive talked about diet with pet parrots, those videos have the least amount of views and it.
The bird will play with its food rather than eating it, and you may notice a sticky whitish discharge from the beak. Eclectus parrots are majestic parrots found originally in the solomon islands, sumba, new guinea, northeastern australia, and the maluku islands. Medium is a catchall term for various kinds of parrots, including the eclectus parrot. This video answers the question how does sri swamiji maintain healthy. Eclectus parrots have a very long digestive tract and therefore a high fiber diet complete with a lot of fresh fruit. The complete guide to subspecies, breeding, diet, selling, owning and mating. The parrots name is bruno and he is a redsided eclectus parrot keeping helen and her family company. Download factsheet watch video robbie the eclectus parrot. The eclectus parrot eclectus roratus is a parrot native to the solomon islands, sumba, new. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading eclectus parrots.
Eclectus parrot care and tips by kevin humphrey issuu. Scientific classification kingdom animalia phylum chordata class. The ultimate guide to eclectus parrots is a comprehensive ebook dedicated to assisting companion eclectus owners. Penned by an eclectus specialist and self confessed parrot addict, the author writes in a friendly easy to read manner. Eclectus parrots for sale birds now birds and parrots. They are beautiful birds that can make fantastic pets.
I have three hen birds for sale and can make up one unrelated pair. The males are predominantly green and the females are mostly red. The eclectus parrot is a bird with strikingly vibrant appearance, found in australia, makulu islands, solomon islands and new guinea. It is unusual in the parrot family for its extreme sexual dimorphism of the colours of the plumage. No feather dustunlike their dustier cousins, the cockatoos and african greys, the eclectus does not produce feather dust because they are equipped.
Eclectus parrots can be taught to free fly and have good homing instincts but must be tutored to do this from a young age. There are a few different subspecies of eclectus that differ in size and. The many titles in this series show and tell pet owners how to care for dogs, cats, birds, fish, reptiles, gerbils. Dietary information for eclectus parrots from a respected. Owning an eclectus parrot kindle edition by timans, carina. Bruno hatched in february 2008 and was purchased at six months old and he was not handraised. Finally, immediately after adopting a eclectus parrot find a local veterinarian who can give the eclectus parrot checkups, and diagnose any major issues. Tanimbar eclectus eclectus riedeli parrot encyclopedia. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading the eclectus parrot. This bird is a natural scene stealer with its bright and bold plumage and curious eyes. Please click ok below and a new tab will open where you can sponsor a pets care. The eclectus parrot, unlike many other parrot species, has a longer digestive tract. Potrait of eclectus parrot against green background.
Talking parrots 10 best talking pet parrot in the world. Found throughout oceania the eclectus parrot has to be one of the most strikingly beautiful birds on earth. The eclectus parrot pronounced eklektus is one of natures wonders in colour creations. To care for an eclectus parrot, buy a spacious cage and place it in a hightraffic area of your home, since these birds are very social. Closeup of an australian eclectus parrot female looking out of a. Robbie, the eclectus parrot, was born april 8, 1992. Eclectus parrots are slow eaters and relish in the soft, fleshy pulp of many fruits. Eclectus parrots require food rich in vitamin a and should be fed vegetables with beta carotene, such as cooked carrots and sweet potatoes. Parrots like their fruit ripe, but not overly ripe to the point of being spoilt.
The diet of the eclectus in the wild consists of mainly fruits, wild figs, unripe nuts, flower and. Eclectus parrots are not hard on cages like a macaw or cockatoo, so they do not have to use a heavy barred cage like the large cockatoos and macaws need. Because of this, eclectus parrots do not do well on an allpellet diet and especially not a seed diet no parrot does well on an exclusively seed diet. Angel, eclectus, scares the little ringnecks to get attention prego dalliance sanctuary is a nonprofit 501c3 organization dedicated in providing a loving, safe, and home for rescued parrots. Ray the eclectus parrot enjoying the sun red eclectus parrot on branch, colorful exotic female bird, isolated, hand drawn watercolor illustration on white. Eclectus parrots are very active and need a spacious cage and plenty of outofcage time to interact with you. Background eclectus parrot in hollow of tree, colorful australian wildlife. Ekkies need a variety of fresh fruits, veggies, grains, and sprouted or germinated seeds. The eclectus parrot eclectus roratus is a parrot native to the solomon islands, sumba, new guinea and nearby islands, northeastern australia, and the maluku islands moluccas. It is an exotic bird with brightly colored plumage. The eclectus parrot eclectus roratus is a strong talker, although these. All these can set the eclectus parrot off to screech as.
If you notice your eclectus plucking, or if you see areas of thin feathers, call your vet as soon as possible. I felt like i needed to get this out right away because as many times as ive talked about diet with pet parrots, those videos have the least amount of views and it worries me that no one is taking it seriously enough. Research your favourite parrot with the parrot encyclopedia and reference library. Feed the eclectus parrot vegetables such as corn, green beans and peas, too. The fungal disease, candidiasisis is associated indonesian parrots including the eclectus parrot, because these birds need a relatively high amount of vitamin a. Find out more about the characteristics and personality of this lovely bird. How to prevent and cure fatty liver disease in parrots can be found in our. Sri ganapathy sachchidananda swamijis care for eclectus parrots. Eclectus parrot facts, behavior, pet care, housing, pictures. The eclectus parrot is a parrot native to the solomon islands, sumba, new guinea and nearby islands, northeastern australia and the maluku islands.
Eclectus parrots have unusually long digestive tracts and they require fiber in the daily diet. The emotional intelligence of eclectus parrots youtube. Talking birds are birds that can mimic the speech of humans. Eclectus parrots originate from the solomon islands, sumba, new guinea as well as parts of northeastern australia. Eckies love fruit and quite literally cant get enough of it. Like the cockatoos, the eclectus parrot is native to oceania. Prego dalliance sanctuary is a nonprofit 501c3 organization dedicated in providing a loving, safe, and home for. A bird who plucks for too long can make a habit of it and continue to pick at its plumage even after the problem has been treated. Native to indonesia and new guinea, these handsome birds require a highfiber diet with lots of fruit and greens. Eclectus parrot, eclectus roratus information and pictures. He is one of the animal ambassadors of the zoo and can be seen showing off in one of the two stage shows at the amphitheater. Chapter 4 the captive breeding of eclectus parrots 4. Ekkies, as they are affectionately called, love to eat.
In 1993 roger became a full time consultant at birds international, one of the worlds largest breeding and research centers located in the philippines. The sponsor a pet program is handled by the petfinder foundation, a 501c3 nonprofit organization, to ensure that shelters and rescue groups receive donations in the easiest way possible. All complete pet owners manuals are heavily illustrated with color photos and line art, and are filled with reliable, easytounderstand information on pet care. Playful by nature, an eclectus parrot will need a multitude of toys designed to be. Never give your parrot seconds from produce stores or farmers markets. Feather plucking is a common problem in eclectus parrots, and one that should be addressed quickly. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading eclectus parrot. Lilly at solely solomon aviaries cares about her eclectus parrots. Big thanks to our masterclass students for allowing us to film their experiences and share them with the world to learn from. It is unique in the fact that the sexual dimorphism between the two sexes is so much that ornithologists had initially thought that the two were different species.
So much that visitors to parrot haven aviary are overwhelmed by the beauty of the eclectus hens and mesmerised by the startling difference sexual dimorphism between their vivid blue, red and maroon hair like feathers compared to the brilliant green of the cock bird. Eclectus parrots for sale eclectus parrot breeders. Still uncommon they are a great natured and coloured bird. The eclectus parrot has been bred at birdworld consistently over the last 10 years and considerable work has been carried out into its incubation and neonatal care. The eclectus parrot is a perennial favorite among bird lovers looking for a wonderful, loving pet. Many eclectus parrots suffer times of hardship and loneliness at the hand of eclectus parrot breeders who are not sensitive to proper care. They are particularly prone to some illnesses that result from. A stunning subspecies of eclectus parrots the aru island eclectus are steadily getting established well in this country. The complete guide to subspecies, breeding, diet, selling. Eclectus parrot care, keeping, pros and cons, housing, diet and health. The eclectus parrot is a medium size and strikingly beautiful member of the parrot family ranging in size from just slightly more than a foot long. Youtube video demonstrating how to correctly use a crop needle. Although he talks a lot when no one is looking, he only does two oncommand vocalizations. Eclectus care laurella desboroughs eclectus centre.
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