With a shocking blue-colored head atop an emerald green body, the blue-headed Pionus is considered the most visually striking of Pionus parrots commonly ket as pets. Juveniles are mostly green, but will feather-out to their mature color after a couple of molts. Blue-headed Pionus have a reputation as being a laid-back, quiet parrot that can be territorial around the cage. This bird can also be quite affectionate, especially if it has been raised with respectful interaction and consistent one-on-one interaction.
Due to the fast turnonver rate of these pets, it is difficult to provide the exact date of birth. However these babies are mostly sold in between 7-11 Weeks of Age.
The Gender is not guaranteed. However, A DNA test can be arranged upon customer’s request after the purchase of the bird to determine the gender at an additional cost.
Livestock in store is health guaranteed. However, we cannot provide any life warranty after these pets are kept in any of our uncontrolled environment. It is important to provide a proper habitat by following some suggested tips. More information can also be obtained from specialized animal care staff at the time of purchase.
Care Guide and Recommendations
Habitat
- A Roomy Cage. Non-toxic powder coating Metal one (minimum size recommended is double the span of their wing size when stretched out together or biggest possible.
- Humid and warm environment. (Automatic / manual misting / showering regularly { specially made shower & window perches are quite helpful}.
- A combination of tap water shower and use of recommended bird bath sprays with gland oil helps relieve / eliminate minor skin irritation and itchiness on the body.
- Bedding (Preferable: Fresh and Comfy Recycled Paper Bedding / aspen shaving / corn cob)
- Toys (They love to chew, therefore, providing a few toys helps in catering to a healthy lifestyle for the pet!). A combination of 5-7 (2-3 hard & 3-4 soft chewable {food grade coloured toys).
- A combination of sand (nail & beak filing) and regular perches inside the cage. (Preferably Java / dragon wood).
- Installation of Java tree on top of the cage with extra food bowls (steel ones) and a couple of hanging toys.
- A minimum of 3 steel containers.
- Food Bowl (Usually included in Cages). Mixture of Tropican and Tropimix Food.
- Mineral and Vitamin Bowl. (Clay Cal and Prime Vitamin Amino Acid Mixture). Moist food including Fruits, Veggies etc. to be dropped / served in this bowl.
- Water bowl. regular tap cold water (put some anti chlorine drops). Water to be changed at least once a day or every time the bird dropping is seen.
- Hideout. Hammock / Tent for them to feel protected. Unwanted exposure stresses the bird out.
- UVA / UVB lighting has proved to be very beneficial for these birds. It helps processing the calcium in captivity and also help controlling the temperature in cage. Metal dome are to be used and to be placed on top of the cage.
Diet Plan
- Please follow the feeding guide provided in the chart below.
- Mineral/ Salt Block / Cuttlefish bone.
- Treats
Highly Pedigreed
In-house Bred in Free Flight Aviary. Captivity born not imported.
Between 7-11 Weeks of Age at the time of delivery.
Raised only on Hari Approved Products
Breeders are Fed:
Organic Pellets (Tropican)
Parrots Nut Mix (Tropimix)
Fruits
Veggies
Sprouts
Beans
Bentonite Clay
Prime Vitamins
Electrolytes
Kept in UVA, UVB and Infrared Nocturnal Lighting
