Solomon Island Eclectus (Eclectus roratus) male. This healthy, happy chick hatched October 6, 2022 and is being fledged with recall training and water bottle trained. Eclectus parrots are native to the Solomon Islands, Indonesia, New Guinea, northeastern Australia and the Moluccas. In the wild, their diet is comprised mainly of fruits, such as pomegranate and papaya, as well as figs, flowers, leaf buds and some seed. A diet close to this which includes non-colored pellets, fresh fruit and vegetables will keep your Eclectus healthy. DO NOT add vitamins, colored pellets or artificial ingredients as it may cause toe tapping or wing flipping in some individuals. Eclectus parrots can be extraordinary pets. They are active and should be provided the largest cage you can provide. I recommend a dome or cathedral top to afford more room for your bird - the wider, the better. A separate perching area or stand should be provided for out of cage time. Soft, chewable toys should be provided and replaced as needed. Eclectus are very interactive and should not be confined to their cage for long periods without time outside the cage. Fledging is to birds as learning to walk is to human toddlers. For a bird, learning to fly enhances muscle and brain development. My babies need to achieve expert flying status before they leave for their new homes. Even after being clipped, a bird will remember how to fly, like people do riding a bicycle. Chicks clipped before learning to fly will find it difficult to achieve flying well later. I raise a limited number of chicks a year inside my home with all the sights and sounds of everyday home life. He's been around other birds and standard poodles without alarm. Eclectus, with patience and love, easily adapt to their new homes without much ado. They can be great with children if they are treated with tender care, slow moves and the absence of screaming and yelling which will make the bird feel unsafe. A 50% deposit will hold this chick until weaned and fledged. He is eating on his own but, I like to keep chicks a little longer after weaning so they are confident in feeding themselves. My direct email is headbirdbrain at aviculture dot tv. I do ship and, as a business, I must charge sales tax for sales in California. See a video of him starting recall training here: https://www.dropbox.com/s/xjt05tuq4ypyvcq/20230119_120156.mp4?dl=0
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