Year: 2020 - Page 4 - Windy City Parrot

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Do Lighting CRI Ratings Help Birds & What the Heck are They?

Last Updated on February 16, 2023 by Mitch Rezman

Hello,

I wanted to inquire about the three bulbs I purchased that were delivered today.

They are not the same bulbs that are shown in the photo and I’m not seeing a CRI on the bulb itself to be able to confirm that these are full spectrum.

I tried doing a google search of the product and from what I found, these bulbs have a CRI of only 81 (not full spectrum).

The bulbs were not delivered in a product box, they were sitting in a plastic container and wrapped with packing materials, so again I can’t confirm if I was shipped the incorrect bulbs.

Can someone please look into this for me?

Thanks,

Caitlin D.

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What Wattage Bulb Do I Need to Calm My Amazon?

Mitch Rezman
October 30, 2020
Amazons / Bird Enviornments / Bird Lighting
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Last Updated on February 16, 2023 by Mitch Rezman

Chuck Y. has a question about avian lighting:

Hi Mitch, my yellow-naped amazon can be very mean at times so I am going to get him a full spectrum light.

He is 32 years old and I miss being able to handle him, I could do anything with him and not get bitten.

I have heard the YNA does get this way as they get older but I think I want to try the light anyway.

I have a fixture so I just need to get a bulb.

I have heard 15 watts is ideal, what is your suggestion? Thank you for bringing this up in your birdie brunch.

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Are Vitamins Necessary When My Bird is on a Pellet Diet?

Mitch Rezman
October 30, 2020
Bathing and Health / Bird Lighting / Feeding Pet Birds
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Last Updated on February 16, 2023 by Mitch Rezman

Michael G. asks:

Hi, Mitch.

I was using a powdered vitamin in Little Girl and Big Boy’s water. When I began using Roudybush pellets they recommended discontinuing the vitamin. I took them at their word and don’t see any ill effects after 8 months.

I’m wondering if birds are like I’ve been told about humans, rid themselves of unwanted vitamins?

We use a spray bottle on a mist regularly.

It is amazing to see their wingspan as it doesn’t seem possible they can spread out as they do! (more…)

How Does Natra Spray Improve My Bird’s Feather Quality?

Mitch Rezman
October 30, 2020
Bathing and Health / Bird Behavior / Clean
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Last Updated on October 30, 2020 by Mitch Rezman

Steve S. asks:

Have you ever used Natra Pet bird bath spray on your birds?

I have a 14-year-old male cockatiel who seems to be preening more than usual since his last molt.

He has been on Harrison’s High Potency Super Fine his entire life until this year when he needed a toenail trim.

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Are Peanuts a Hazard for Birds?

Mitch Rezman
October 30, 2020
Bird Nutrition / Feeding Pet Birds / Macaw
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Last Updated on February 16, 2023 by Mitch Rezman

Jan F. asked the question:

Is there something wrong with peanuts?

I see bird feeds specifically saying “no peanuts”.

Is there something wrong with peanuts?

I give my severe macaw about 4 unsalted, roasted, unshelled peanuts on top of his pellet variety every day.

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What are Your Thoughts on Using Lupron to Curb Egg Laying?

Mitch Rezman
October 30, 2020
Bird & Parrot Breeding / Bird & Parrot Care / Bird Enviornments / Bird Lighting / Birds & Lighting / Cockatoo / Veterinarian Related
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Last Updated on February 16, 2023 by Mitch Rezman

Bonnie B. would like to know:

First I want to thank you for your very informative emails.

They are always filled with great information.

My question is what are your thoughts on Lupron and what effects of long term use.

I have a 30 yo female Umbrella Cockatoo that we’ve had for 11 years.

She laid an egg once or twice a year and then in 2015 after laying an egg she prolapsed on a Sunday.

Luckily we were able to get her into UC Davis.

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How Do I Rescue Someone Else’s Macaw?

Mitch Rezman
October 21, 2020
Bird & Parrot Care / Bird Cage Info / Bird Enviornments / Bird Rescue / Large macaws / Macaw
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Last Updated on February 16, 2023 by Catherine Tobsing

Shelly A. wants to help another owner’s macaw

There is a greenhouse that changed hands a year ago, and they have a Macaw named Baby, in a chain link dog kennel type enclosure with one toy, no perches, no real interaction, and lives on parrot kibble like a stray dog.

I’ve spoken with an employee, but Baby doesn’t have an owner, just a business bird that nobody really takes care of.

The employees do the best they can, I just recently moved into this area or I would have done something sooner.

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