Care and maintenance of the Corella parrot

Corella is a tame parrot that can talk. The bird is a relative of cockatoo, has an external resemblance to it. The corrella has a short beak, a large tail, which has a pointed appearance and reaches 16 centimeters in length.

The parrot itself is medium-sized, about 31 cm; weight about 91 grams. In most cases, it is a pet. There is a long crest on the head of the parrot, which can rise and fall (this depends on the mood of the bird). The plumage of Corellus is not bright. Colors such as gray, white and yellow are present. The bird has expressive features, thanks to which you can admire it for a long time.

The male Corella is more elegant and bright than the female. It has a dark gray body, yellow crest and head, on the cheeks there are orange spots, wings and tail - with a black-bluish color. Males can actively and quickly develop, they tweet louder and more often they can beat their beaks on the cage. The female is calm, has gray feathers; there are brown spots on the cheeks, the upper body is light yellow, and the lower body is dark.

The Corella acquired the name of the nymph; their homeland is Australia. In Australia, they can be seen almost everywhere, because it is there that a good climate for parrots of this species. But parrots love to settle in the depths of the continent: where there are savannas, good shrubs, eucalyptus groves. Parrots usually live on dried out, long trees, where their gray tone almost does not stand out from the surrounding view.

There are few species of Corella parrots. All of them practically do not differ from each other.All of them can be tamed, provided with the necessary conditions of detention, taught them how to talk. You can find mother-of-pearl, brown, variegated parrots. Some have a combination of colors.

A large, spacious cage is needed for a corella. You need to purchase a large cage, which has a minimum size: length - 62 cm, width 42 - cm, height - 72 cm. It is important that the bird has a long cage. If the cage is not long, the corella can injure its wings or break its tail.

The base of the cell can be round, square or rectangular. If corners are not present, then Corella will become nervous, because she will be uncomfortable. At the cells, the rods are almost always located horizontally. This allows the parrot to move perfectly along the walls, clinging to them with its claws and beak. But there are cells that have vertical bars. Therefore, when the product is purchased, it is necessary to select cells having horizontal rods.

Must be present in the cell retractable tray that can be cleaned without disturbing the parrot. But if the parrot begins to fly around the house, then the cage can be completely cleaned. A sliding tray is needed because it is easy to remove than the top of the cage.

The cell material must be environmentally friendly, durable, smooth, so that the corella could not be injured against sharp corners. Natural and environmentally friendly wood is not suitable for poultry. Because the tree is difficult to clean and uncomfortable, and also pests can start in it. Another tree can not be treated with antiparasitic material, as this will cause poisoning in the parrot.

Plywood is a lightweight material, but there are also disadvantages in it. An acceptable option is an MDF board, because it is highly environmentally friendly. Chipboard (Chipboard) contains formaldehyde resins that are dangerous to the health of a parrot. The material must be strong enough so that the parrot cannot break it.

The pallet should have long sides so that the products that parrots eat do not spill out of the cage. Some models have additional grilles, they are stacked on top of the pallet. A grill is necessary so that the parrot can peck only food; in addition, feathered paws will remain dry and clean.

The walls and the roof should be stainless steel rods or mesh. The distance between the rods should be not less than 22 millimeters.

It is necessary not only to choose a good and spacious cell, but also to correctly determine the area where the cell will be located. You can not install the cell:

• in a room where a person rarely enters;
• in the kitchen, where dishes are prepared and there is a lot of steam;
• in a room where there is too much noise;
• in places where there are electrical appliances;
• in places that are close to heating appliances (dry air is harmful to feathers);
• on the blown areas (the bird will be able to transfer cold air, but it will hurt due to drafts);
• on window sills in too cold winter time and in hot summer time;
• near an open window where there may be a draft or it will be too noisy, and this will scare the parrot.

The cell should be at face level of a standing person. If the parrot is a little lower, then he will feel depressed, and if he is a little higher, he will feel the main thing. Corella is an outgoing bird, she needs to observe the events that take place, she must hear human voices. There is no need to install a cage in the middle of the room - the Corella can feel protected only if the sides of her house are well pressed against the wall. Corella can be stressed: if she gets scared, she loses consciousness or drops feathers.

Light in the room. You need to create the right contrast. Too hot and bright light must not be allowed from which the bird cannot hide.

There is a wide range of wholesome foods for corella. You need to know what should be the diet of the bird in the natural environment. The main ones are seeds from the fruits of wild plants, as well as the pulp of the fruit. Parrots can eat grass and cereals, insects and larvae.

Feeding Corella at home. Poultry should be fed a diverse and quality food. You need to know some rules for safe bird feeding.

• You can give vegetables, citrus fruits, fruits.
• You can not feed the bird in huge portions. The product must be safe for digestion.
• Before you buy portions for a month, you need to try a small batch. You can experiment: if you soak the seeds, which can germinate, they will become useful for feeding.
• It is necessary to recognize the needs of Corella. If the bird lacks any substances, then you need to supplement the diet with the missing elements.

Before choosing a food, you need to pay attention to proven products.

• Versele-laga is a Belgian brand. It presents 2 lines: Prestige Big Parakeets is a natural product that has a huge cereal composition. Prestige Australian Parakeet contains granules that contain vitamins.
• Italian brand Padovan. Food in which there are fruits and biscuit crumbs.
• Products from Rio. There is food for the cockatiel during molting, and there is also a basic diet.
• Vitakraft is a German brand. Represents 3 lines: NATURE DINNER - it has raspberries; Australian - cactus leaves and eucalyptus are present; Vitakraft MENU - is the main diet, it includes nuts and honey.

Additional products.

• dandelion leaves, celery, corn;
• branches of birch, linden, spruce;
• apples, pears, pineapple, lemon, cherry;
• if there is not enough protein, then you can give lean meat in small portions, cottage cheese and boiled eggs.

If the parrot does not have enough minerals, then this affects health. If vitamin A is not enough, then skin diseases will appear. You can add the missing substances: river sand or mineral stone. It is impossible to suppose caloric content of feed so that the bird does not appear obesity. The diet in this case should be light and contain cereal products.

• It is recommended to clean the cage of the remaining food and pour fresh food in the evening. Then you need to cover the cage, and in the morning the bird will start its day.
• For one parrot, 16-26 grams of food is enough.
• There are no restrictions on the amount of fruits and vegetables eaten. You need to cut vegetables and fruits into cubes or rub on a grater.
• To have enough calcium, you need to grate the shell of a boiled egg.

• Corella is forbidden to give pieces of avocado and mango, they must be included in dry food;
• Do not give grass that contains essential oils, such as parsley;
• seasonings are prohibited;
• you can’t give bread, only crumbs of biscuit;
• You can’t give human food.

Corellas love to swim. Hygiene and prevention of dry skin should be observed.

Parrots like to swim in different ways, for example, in bathtubs or wet grass and leaves, some like to stand under a stream of water. There are such Corella parrots who like to stand under a stream of liquid, and then leave when they are completely wet.

Corella can be bathed in the bath. In the summer, you need to keep the bath open for the parrot, because the Corella becomes very hot, and it will climb there several times a day so that the skin does not dry out. You do not have to buy a special bath in the store, you just need to use a simple container that has an average depth.The liquid must be poured under the growth of the parrot. The parrot should feel the bottom, there should be plenty of water so that the cockatiel can wash comfortably. In the summer, you need the room temperature of the liquid. Water needs to be changed 1 time in 2 days.

You can bathe Corella in the sink. No traces of cleaning agents should be present in the sink. If after washing dishes on the sink there is a coating, then the parrot will be able to drink or swim from this sink. You need to thoroughly clean everything and leave a thin stream of water so that the parrot can stand and swim. You can try the spraying option. In winter, the parrot rarely takes a swim.

Some difficulties may occur with the Corella parrot. To prevent the bird from getting sick, good conditions are needed. Corella is ill rarely, if she is sick, then her appearance and behavior will change. A parrot that is sick cannot respond to irritants; it sits with its eyes closed and eats nothing. The reasons for the poor state of the bird are: parasites, intestinal upset, goiter infections, eye inflammation, seeding, colds.

If you can’t recognize the disease of Corella yourself, tYou need to take him to the veterinarian, and then provide the feathered person with the necessary conditions so that he will recover soon. If the Corella lives at home, then it will live longer. A hand-made Corella can live up to 17-19 years if you take good care of it.

There are some recommendations that will help the parrot comfortably get used to the new habitat:

• It is necessary to remove from the room such items as a computer, radio, TV. They make a lot of sound. You can’t shout, you need to talk quietly.
• You need to talk to the parrot gently and calmly to arouse friendliness in the bird.
• It is necessary to change the habitual way of life, the Corella should observe everyone.
• You can not move sharply next to the cage and stick your fingers through.
• The parrot must be protected from the guests until the bird can get used to the owner.

Owner reviews

• Corella has its own character. She may love children, but may be vocal.
• The bird is funny, friendly, clean. She is able to learn, devoted to her master, but she needs a spacious cage.
• Corella - smart, funny, quick-witted, beautiful, smart, but screaming too loudly.
• The parrot gives a positive attitude every day, can imitate various melodies. But its maintenance requires certain expenses. For some people, buying a bird is not cheap.

Some owners taught Corella to talk to people. Some managed to teach the bird hundreds of words and phrases. If the owner takes good care of the pet, in some cases the bird survives to 26 years.

Corella is a positive friend of the family, it requires a lot of attention. The parrot is arrogant, too curious. Lots of litter. If you take young Corelli, then they can be easily and quickly accustomed. They are very affectionate. For some, Corella is a real punishment. She is very beautiful, but she screams loudly and bites painfully. Thus, Corella is a wonderful parrot, it just needs care and attention.

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