TALKATIVE KID FRIENDLY REGENT PARROT in Seattle, Washington For Sale

REGENT PARROT
The Regent Parrot is found in southwestern Australia and in a smaller area in southeastern Australia. They inhabit woodlands, especially eucalyptus groves, dense bushy areas, and today the birds from the western part are also found in cultivated areas, though this is not true of the birds in the eastern part.
The males have a general yellow plumage with an olive-yellow crown and nape, while the female is predominantly a more olive-green with a olive-yellow on the head and breast. The back on both sexes is a dark olive green and there is a red band across the middle of the wings. The outer feathers of the wings are bluish-black and yellow underneath. The tail is also a blue-black, but the female has the olive-green feathers underneath tipped with a rose-pink and the edges are marginated. The beak is a coral color and the legs are gray. They reach a length of 16" (40cm). They are a rather long lived bird and have been know to live for up to 25 years in captivity.
Fresh food and water must be provided daily. In the wild the Regent Parrot eats a variety of seeds, nuts, fruits, berries, leaf buds, nectar, and blossoms. They do like to feed on the ground.
A single bird can be kept indoors. A roomy cage is required, and time out of the cage for exercise and flying is very important for them. They will also do very well in an aviary kept in groups of two or three pairs or with a mix of other peaceable birds. They do not like to bathe in a dish but do appreciate a spray bathe.
The basic cage care includes daily cleaning of the water and food dishes. Weekly you should wash all the perches and dirty toys, and the floor should be washed about every other week. A total hosing down and disinfecting of an aviary should be done yearly, replacing anything that needs to be freshened, such as old dishes, toys and perches.
In the wild these birds live in pairs or small flocks of about 20 birds, though they have been seen in flocks of up to 100 birds. They have a pleasant nature and enjoy being housed with other birds. Some good choices include Suberb Parakeets, Princess Parrots, and Indian Ringnecks as well as doves and quails. The Regent Parrot quickly becomes accepting and trusting. They have an agreeably social nature and are easily tamed. They are also intelligent and are good talkers. A perfect bird for kids older than 10 years old.
Regent Parrots are very energetic birds! Besides flying, which is important for all parrots, these birds love to chew! Be sure you provide them with lots of assorted toys and wood chews. Though the Regent Parrot is a healthy and hardy bird, they do forage for food on the ground. This can make them more susceptible to intestinal worms and fungal infections. These can be averted by keeping the cage or aviary well maintained and clean. Because of their frequent contact with the ground where they like to pick up seed, you may also want to talk to an avian veterinarian about a regular de-worming schedule. With a proper environment and a good balanced diet, they are very hardy and resistant . Regent Parrots are very hard to find from pet stores and only few breeders of this majestic creature in United States.
If you are looking for a kid friendly parrot or a low maintenance apartment friendly bird? I am rehoming a perfect bird for your family. I am moving soon but I am not in a hurry to find Jennythalia a compassionate home. She will come with her Prevue powder painted cage, food , toys, travel cage and a cd about parrots. The rehoming fee is 300.00 which includes everything. I would like you to ask more questions and have a experience in parrot care. If the ad is still posted it means that Jennythalia is still waiting for your loving family.