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Rbc metal breeder nest box for every parrot and bird rbc metal pro parrot nest. Diets for all birds including softbills as well as livefoods. I had set up all my macaws and amazons by using metal drums of different sizes for nest boxes. Great for conures and similar sized birds dimensions. Burt wants to nest regardless of whether i provide him with a cardboard box in his cage, or a female. But ive had them nest in some extra cockatiel boxes with no problem. This episode is filmed in hi definition 60p, you will see the macaws interacting with their new nest box. Ill see if i cant find some plans and let you know. All of our nest boxes are handcrafted by philip brauer. In captivity, gray parrots use wooden nesting boxes.
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No one had told me that birds will not breed or become overheated in metal boxes. I have been breeding birds successfully for quite a few years. Macaws breeding box shape size making and setup tips how. Conures and quakers need a slightly larger box, and more rectangular shoebox shaped. We are committed to providing quality, durable, and reliable products that you and your animals will be happy with. Cagelaying parrots such as amazons and macaws may lay with or without a mate at the approximate age of 22. Some of the boxes have the inspection door on the back and other have it on the end opposite the entry hole. Free nesting box building plans for wild birds empress. A few more useful tips for nest boxes add a few wood shavings to the bottom of your nest box. They do well in captivity, bond with their human companions and can be bred by knowledgeable owners.
Pet accessories like this parrot huddle hut are loved all birds from macaws to parakeets. Rbc nest boxes are made from a sheet metal alloy called galvalum, these boxes are light weight but still durable 24 gauge usa prime metals, easier to clean, lasts longer. The nesting discliving world satisfies the natural urge of birds to build nests by providing natural fiber for nest building. To safeguard the health of your bird and his or her offspring, you need to be able to handle any situation you encounter. I painted them white to keep them cool and had great production.
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