Lovebirds
are beautiful birds with colorful brilliance. These small birds
hardly grow beyond six and a half inches and weigh about fifty-sixty
grams.
Hence
lovebirds can easily fit in small cages. These birds have a long
lifespan of about 15 years. So you need to think over if you really
want to invest for such a long period of time.
Remember
the following points if you are new to the world of lovebirds -
Lovebirds
always need a companion. It will be nice if you can spend some time
with your pets else they may constantly squawk, preen excessively or
show signs of aggression. It’s best to place the cage in an active
part of the home where it can get maximum attention.
You
ought to buy young lovebirds which are six to ten weeks old so that
they can be hand fed unlike the really tiny ones that need to be fed
by the parents.
Lovebirds
do not demand big space but the cage should be spacious with small
boxes so that the birds can rest in it. The bars of the cage should
be horizontal. There should be a few perches at different levels for
the birds. Most of these love birds like to take a bath so the
bottom of the cage should have a container with water for them to
splash around.
The
cages should be cleaned at regular intervals so that the birds stay
healthy. The birds are sensitive to smoke, cigarette smoke, toxic
fumes and air pollution. They should be kept at safe places away
from harmful and toxic environment.
Other
than the parrot seed mix, the birds should also be feed plenty of
fresh vegetables and fruits. This helps them stay healthy and they
feel as if they are feeding in the wild.
The
birds should also be provided with toys so that they stay mentally
and physically active. This is essential for their health and mental
well being.
You
should opt for a cage that is suitable for your birds, most
importantly giving it ample space to fly, rest, perch and play. You
will find several options as you surf through numerous online stores.
You can opt for a simple metal cage or you can also opt for one with
beautiful polished wooden frame if you coordinate it with the elegant
furniture of your living room. There are various choices available to
suit your taste and need.
