Emmy 528 Report post Posted January 25, 2016 Another new variety to my bird shed. (Agapornis Canus) ie the Madagastar lovebird parrot. I was told they are the smallest parrots. They are about the same size as the zebra finch but have a much wider wing span therefore can fly very quickly (guess that will make it more difficult to catch them (lol) ) They seem to be very nervous little birds so I'll try to keep them in a quiet area for a while. I can pair them together April/May so fingers crossed I'll get some chicks. The cock birds have the silver head and hens are shades of green. ( Photo doesn't do them justice) Emmy Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SarahR 70 Report post Posted January 25, 2016 ..................thought they were parrolettes........then read what you put....... want haha wonder if they come in red.....or blue.....or black Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Emmy 528 Report post Posted January 26, 2016 I thought they were parrolettes too when I first saw them but the breeder told me lots of people make that mistake and they are definitely the smallest of the love bird parrots. I have read up about them and it seems they are quite rare birds and could be difficult to breed. I was also told not many people breed that variety here in Scotland. So its going to be a case of 'fingers crossed' Emmy Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SarahR 70 Report post Posted January 26, 2016 i haven't heard of any breeders down here in Blackpool either....must be rare but could you let go of any of the chicks? haha Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Emmy 528 Report post Posted January 26, 2016 1 hour ago, SarahR said: but could you let go of any of the chicks? haha I will be difficult to sell them if I do get any young from them but I'll have to do that. Don't have any more space (or money!!) left to build yet another bird shed Emmy Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Zebraman 267 Report post Posted January 26, 2016 Am I reading this correctly? Another addition to the Zoo....... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SarahR 70 Report post Posted January 26, 2016 haha i always find space to add to my collection..........most of the time im struggling to let go of my budgie chicks at the moment, all are different mutations....so im reluctant to let go Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Emmy 528 Report post Posted March 16, 2016 Sorry Gary and Sarah I seem to have missed the last two replies to this post Yes Gary another 4 new additions (5 counting Bobby the Amazon parrot lol) (They are DEFINITLEY the last) Sarah I know I just wont be able to keep any chicks they have. I just wont have the space and I need the extra cages for the canaries I need to pair up. but IF my Barrabands breed I will find it VERY difficult to part with any of their chicks - but the way things are going with them I doubt if I'll ever get any chicks from them. Tika (the hen) seems to prefer Bobby the Amazon parrot rather than Tiko her 'so called' mate- but he's moulting just now so perhaps she'll change her mind when he gets all his beautiful new feathers. Emmy Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Emmy 528 Report post Posted March 16, 2016 Well this morning I'm getting the Madagastar love bird parrots (Agapornis Canus) prepared for breeding. I have separated the hens from the cocks (in the same cage but with a divider in place- just following instructions I was given) so Chico1 & 2 can still see Chica 1& 2. Maybe keep them like that for 2/3 weeks then pair them up. Because I will soon be having work done in the bird shed and the ' M. love birds' are very timid and get distressed very easily I've decided to keep their cage in the house (I'll be in BIG trouble because of this decision if I'm found out ) The two hens - Chica 1 & Chica 2 The two cocks - Chico 1 & Chico 2 (I think? Looks like they are beginning to moult just now ) Emmy Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DaveP 32 Report post Posted March 16, 2016 They are interesting little birds good luck with the pairing up. Finally getting to the stage where I will be looking for the birds. I may need your help locating zebs Emmy if that's OK with you. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Emmy 528 Report post Posted March 16, 2016 That's OK Dave just let me know and I'll help if I can. Thought this may be of interest to you. Maybe a bit too far away for you. There is another bird sale on the last Sunday of every month in Fife its held at the Queen Victoria Hall, (next to the bowling green) in Main Street, Coaltown of Balgonie, Fife, KY7 6HS. Entry fee £1 doors open at 1pm - you have to be there on time though to get the pick of the birds. There's also bird seed etc etc for sale too. It's usually over by 1.45pm. I go to that one every month (weather permitting - I wont drive if its icy or snowing lol) Emmy Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DaveP 32 Report post Posted March 16, 2016 Hi Emmy I did notice Strathclyde one in cage and aviary birds. My car is off the road waiting for garage to get parts needed so not sure if it will be ready for weekend.Balgonie might be an option as its a week on Sunday.My home town was in c.&a.b.today a photo competition run by seabird centre .Maybe see you at sale if all goes well. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Emmy 528 Report post Posted March 16, 2016 Dave just ask any of the people at the entry table most of them know me as Emmy too (lol) Would be nice to meet you. I'm usually at the tables on the left hand side as you come into the hall. Emmy Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DaveP 32 Report post Posted March 16, 2016 Yes would be good to meet you as well. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
