Category: Bird Lighting - Page 9

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

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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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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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…)

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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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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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Do You Have a Sturdy Floor Lamp Base for a Ceramic Heat Bulb?

Mitch Rezman
October 20, 2020
Amazons / Bird Cage Info / Bird Enviornments / Bird Lighting
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Andi S. wonders about heat lamps:

Hello, Do you have a sturdy floor lamp base for the ceramic heat bulb that you sell?

I have a yellow nape Amazon.

The vet says to have heat 80-85 degrees.

Which wattage will reach this temperature?

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I Am Trying to Find Fluorescent Tube Lighting for My 2 Amazons

Mitch Rezman
October 20, 2020
Amazons / Bird Enviornments / Bird Lighting / Birds & Lighting
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Marsha Asks:

Hi there – I’m trying to find fluorescent tube lighting for my two Amazons, as I understand the compact bulbs don’t carry quite the same punch.

What few I’ve found with high CRI (93+) and 5000K (Kelvin) are only available in packages, etc., so I’m wondering if LEDs rated at the same level are as beneficial, since workshop lamps, etc, of that sort, are easily available and much more easily installed.

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I Am Conflicted About Artificial Lights for Birds ~ Help

Mitch Rezman
October 20, 2020
Bird & Parrot Care / Bird Cage Info / Bird Enviornments / Bird Lighting / Cockatiels
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David K. is conflicted:

I am conflicted about what I read about artificial lights for birds.

I have cockatiels.

My avian vet says to be careful about such lighting which can damage a bird’s eyes (retina).

My vet has had first-hand experience with this.

I currently use ZooMed Avian sun lamps, overhead.

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How Do I Improve My Bird’s Lighting?

Mitch Rezman
October 8, 2020
Bird Enviornments / Bird Lighting / Cockatoo
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Ling Writes:

Hi, I want to improve my Bird’s lighting, which is currently 2 screw-in compact full-spectrum bulbs.

I like the look and description of the Full Spectrum Economy Daylight Bulb with Clamp Light & Timer.

A couple of questions….can I hang it from the ceiling over her cage?

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How Much Lighting Will I Need for My New Bird Room?

Mitch Rezman
September 30, 2020
Bird Enviornments / Bird Lighting / Cockatoo
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Stephanie M. needs to know:

Hi. I am building a new house with a bird room (for a 30+-year-old female Moluccan cockatoo) located in the middle of the house (where all the excitement happens).

It will have a drain and water for easy cleaning, plus doors for nighttime.

It will also have appropriate lighting.

I will need to install wet-protected light fixtures (easiest is typical shower recessed 6″ fixtures that take standard Edison base bulbs).

That’s my question…if the room is 10’2″W x 5’6″D x 8′ 4″H, how many lights do I need?

Thanks for any advice you can lend

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How Do I Stop My Budgies From Fighting?

Mitch Rezman
September 24, 2020
Bird Behavior / Bird Cage Info / Bird Enviornments / Bird Lighting / Budgies / Parakeets
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Original question from Quora

My 4-month-old budgie is biting the other one’s feet and both of them are fighting and pecking each other. What caused this?

What does this mean?

What can I do to stop this?

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

What Wattage Bulb Do I Need to Calm My Amazon?

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

Do You Have a Sturdy Floor Lamp Base for a Ceramic Heat Bulb?

I Am Trying to Find Fluorescent Tube Lighting for My 2 Amazons

I Am Conflicted About Artificial Lights for Birds ~ Help

How Do I Improve My Bird’s Lighting?

How Much Lighting Will I Need for My New Bird Room?

How Do I Stop My Budgies From Fighting?

Since 1993Online in 2002

$49 Ships Free$7 Ships Small

Toll Free877 ~ 287 ~ 0810

618 E Commercial Ave,Lowell, IN 46356 USA

Since 1993
Online in 2002

$49 Ships Free
$7 Ships Small

Toll Free
877 ~ 287 ~ 0810

618 E Commercial Ave,
Lowell, IN 46356 USA