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by Jodie
Sat Mar 26, 2005 9:35 pm
Forum: Breeding IRNs
Topic: laying eggs elsewhere than the nest
Replies: 4
Views: 1485

questions

Hi,
I have no clue on this one. I hope someone else can answer your question for you. I did run across a good website you could check out though at http://www.birdsnways.com/wisdom/ww30eiv.htm
Sorry I am not much help on this one................
by Jodie
Sat Mar 26, 2005 9:19 pm
Forum: Miscellaneous Comments/Questions
Topic: breeders
Replies: 1
Views: 860

question

I bought/brought home a pair in January and had them set up until May. I recombined them later and they laid a clutch in August and another in November. I bought/brought home another pair in October and they just laid at the beginning of this month. I have other pairs that haven't laid that I bought...
by Jodie
Sat Mar 26, 2005 9:13 pm
Forum: IRN Diet & Housing
Topic: Thinking of getting a ringneck
Replies: 4
Views: 1889

questions

Hi, I would not advise you to purchase this bird. I am sure she is beautiful, but I doubt she will be what you want of her for a very, very long time. If you have another year and a half to try to tame her and like a challenge, buy her. If you do buy her, I am sure you can gain her trust and she wou...
by Jodie
Sat Mar 26, 2005 8:24 am
Forum: Miscellaneous Comments/Questions
Topic: Treats
Replies: 3
Views: 1328

questions

Hi, For treats I give peanuts, cut up pieces of millet (the strands can be cut up at least twice to help them last longer), cut apples (regular red and granny smith), cut oranges, small portions of corn on cob, cut up celery. Every now and then I give them a small piece of bacon or jerky. You should...
by Jodie
Sat Mar 26, 2005 8:15 am
Forum: Breeding IRNs
Topic: confused
Replies: 4
Views: 1259

questions

Hi, There is no helping them to breed. Just supply them with ample food heavy on peanuts and sunflower seeds to help fatten them up. I give my birds fresh pieces of apples and broccoli. They get oranges and wheat bread rolled up in balls on other days . The male is definatley flirting with your othe...
by Jodie
Fri Mar 25, 2005 4:52 pm
Forum: Miscellaneous Comments/Questions
Topic: Ferral Ringnecks
Replies: 2
Views: 1122

If your male had PBFD did he not pass this on to his offspring? Perhaps you need to check out http://www.avianbiotech.com/Diseases/PBFD.htm
Because all of his babies will have the same problems he had if they haven't died from it! I am glad I am not around you to purchase unhealthy babies.
by Jodie
Fri Mar 25, 2005 4:47 pm
Forum: IRN Diet & Housing
Topic: AN ADVICE PLEASE
Replies: 2
Views: 1417

Hi, Covering up a birds cage is up to you. It just depends on the situation. It is supposed to be that covering the bird's cage means that it will be quite / asleep when the cover is on. I wish I could cover up my breeder birds cages. They wake me up right around 6:30 a.m each morning! It also depen...
by Jodie
Fri Mar 25, 2005 4:39 pm
Forum: IRN Diet & Housing
Topic: Feathers & Beaks!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Replies: 8
Views: 2735

Hi, It sounds like it is stressed if it is plucking feathers. Did you change something? Did it lose a platmate? Birds pluck for various reasons. It could be allergies, intestinal problems, nerves or something more serious like a disease. I am not sure what is the problem with the beak. Before you go...
by Jodie
Fri Mar 25, 2005 4:38 pm
Forum: IRN Diet & Housing
Topic: questions
Replies: 0
Views: 1250

questions

Hi, It sounds like it is stressed if it is plucking feathers. Did you change something? Did it lose a platmate? Birds pluck for various reasons. It could be allergies, intestinal problems, nerves or something more serious like a disease. I am not sure what is the problem with the beak. Before you go...
by Jodie
Fri Mar 25, 2005 4:31 pm
Forum: Breeding IRNs
Topic: Plucking during mating season?
Replies: 1
Views: 938

Plucking during mating season?

Hi, I recently purchased a pair of ringnecks. I was informed that the male was nervous and plucked during the breeding season, but afterwards, the feathers would grow back. Has anyone had experience with plucking ringnecks? Or any situation like mine? I have never had a bird pluck. I am afraid that ...
by Jodie
Thu Mar 17, 2005 8:15 pm
Forum: Miscellaneous Comments/Questions
Topic: IRNs for adoption/sale?
Replies: 5
Views: 2510

looking for a ringneck

Hi, There are listings for birds/babies all over nowadays. Check out m m m Just scroll through the listings or type in Indian Ringneck and there will be ample of listings I am sure! I have two email address for people who had breeders, perhaps they have other ringnecks. They are both in New York. Th...
by Jodie
Thu Mar 17, 2005 8:05 pm
Forum: Miscellaneous Comments/Questions
Topic: Crashing in to windows
Replies: 3
Views: 1326

follow up

Hi, I read my response and wanted to elaborate on what I meant when I said, " I would first trim the secondary feathers before clipping the primary feathers." I meant I would cut secondary feathers after the three primary feathers were cut leaving the two on the end. The two on the end really make t...
by Jodie
Thu Mar 17, 2005 7:56 pm
Forum: IRNs Behavior & Taming
Topic: new untamed irn
Replies: 3
Views: 1448

oops

Hi, I was reading my response from up above and noticed I suggested clipping its secondary wings! OOPS! When you clip wings, it is the primary feathers NOT the secondary! Other advice would be to try to remain consistant with your bird (wakeup time, when you sped time with it etc). Spend as much tim...
by Jodie
Thu Mar 17, 2005 7:46 pm
Forum: Breeding IRNs
Topic: Want to learn bird genetics?
Replies: 9
Views: 2864

Got it

Thank you!
by Jodie
Wed Mar 16, 2005 10:16 pm
Forum: IRNs Behavior & Taming
Topic: care of a parrot chick
Replies: 13
Views: 2619

questions

Hi, I am alittle confused. Could you explain more about your situation. Is the bird a baby? Does it have all of it's feathers? If you are trying to hand feed it, you need to find the proper hand feeding formula for babies. I am not sure of the nutritional content for corn flour mix, but it sounds to...
by Jodie
Wed Mar 16, 2005 10:02 pm
Forum: Breeding IRNs
Topic: Want to learn bird genetics?
Replies: 9
Views: 2864

still can't find it!

Hi,
I looked on the home page and can not find what you are talking about. Could you write the web page to the site for us? Thanks!
by Jodie
Wed Mar 16, 2005 10:00 pm
Forum: Breeding IRNs
Topic: Breeding season for Indian Ringnecks
Replies: 2
Views: 1266

questions

Hi, Breeding season depends on a few things. I have read it is the amount of light. Indoors it is typically December to May. Outdoors it is typically February to July. I have a pair that laid August and November. There are a few articles I have ran across that have more info on the matter. m and m T...
by Jodie
Tue Mar 15, 2005 9:02 am
Forum: Miscellaneous Comments/Questions
Topic: how do you know how old is a IRN
Replies: 3
Views: 1487

questions

Hi, It is really hard to age ringnecks. One way to sorta tell is by the length of the tail feathers. This is hard to explain and is not scientific! I ran across some measurements, but I don't remember where I found them at. The only measurments I did find were in mm and I hate conversions so, for wh...
by Jodie
Tue Mar 15, 2005 8:42 am
Forum: IRNs Behavior & Taming
Topic: Feather not in good condition
Replies: 1
Views: 1190

questions

Hi, Before you do anything, you need to determine whether your bird's "rotten" feathers is a disease or not. Check out m They have the common diseases and pictures to help you establish whether your bird had something. You can also send off for testing kits to verify whether your bird has a particul...
by Jodie
Tue Mar 15, 2005 8:28 am
Forum: Breeding IRNs
Topic: Cage and nest box
Replies: 4
Views: 1811

questions

I have read all sorts of dimensions for cages and nestboxes. I have my birds in 15 inch high, 3 feet long and 18 inch deep cages with nestboxes that are 19 inches high, 9 to 11 inches wide and 14 inches deep. According to Jack Bastiaan, author of Asiatic Parrots and their mutations, a general guidel...
by Jodie
Tue Mar 01, 2005 10:25 pm
Forum: IRN Diet & Housing
Topic: Are eucalyptus branches ok?
Replies: 7
Views: 4123

wow

Hey Brownbeak,
You don't have to be so touchy. I just offered advice, this is actually what this forum is...advice! If there was a questionable subject, I would not want to jeopardize my bird. I felt Carrie might could benefit from this other source.
by Jodie
Tue Mar 01, 2005 10:19 pm
Forum: IRN Breeders
Topic: Kiki's Behavior - BREEDING SEASON!!!
Replies: 2
Views: 3364

questions

Hi, Well, actually, hens are "mature" at two. February is the start of one breeding season primarily for birds housed outside. I have a pair that are on the flip side and go to nest in August. With her regurgitating food on you it is a sign of her love. It is supposed to be a real compliment. These ...
by Jodie
Tue Mar 01, 2005 10:00 pm
Forum: IRNs Behavior & Taming
Topic: EVERYTHING!!!
Replies: 3
Views: 1421

questions

Hi, I agree alot with the other person. I feel that if you get a playmate for Aussie then house them separately. I would first try a mirror. Find a nice sized mirror and hang by Aussie's cage. See how Aussie handles this. This might solve your problems. I have a conure that I felt needed a buddy. I ...
by Jodie
Tue Mar 01, 2005 9:33 pm
Forum: Breeding IRNs
Topic: Want to learn bird genetics?
Replies: 9
Views: 2864

question

Hi,
Could you tell me how to get the Genetic Calculator 1.2? Thanks!
by Jodie
Tue Mar 01, 2005 9:32 pm
Forum: Miscellaneous Comments/Questions
Topic: I'm new here, and i've got avator problems.....
Replies: 3
Views: 1229

Hi, I am not sure what you mean by upload an avator. Are you talking about a picture of your ringneck? I checked out your other forum and think this one is better. I did not surf it too much, it did not look as user friendly as this forum is. I hope you spend more time in this forum! Sorry, I can't ...
by Jodie
Tue Mar 01, 2005 9:27 pm
Forum: IRN Diet & Housing
Topic: Are eucalyptus branches ok?
Replies: 7
Views: 4123

question

Hi,
According to a website I came across http://www.cockatielcottage.net/houseplants.html
it indicate that eucalyptus branchare toxic to birds. If it is questionable, I would not introduce it to my birds. Hope this helps!
by Jodie
Sat Feb 26, 2005 8:53 pm
Forum: IRNs Behavior & Taming
Topic: new parakeet not hand reared please help
Replies: 2
Views: 1142

questions

Hi, It would be nice to know exactly how old your ringneck is. If it is coming from a breeder situation it will take lots of time. If the bird is parent raised, it can still be a good pet. I am not sure what problems you are having, you did not give good details. Best advice, clip its wings, handle ...
by Jodie
Tue Feb 22, 2005 5:34 pm
Forum: IRNs Behavior & Taming
Topic: Attacking his Bell...
Replies: 2
Views: 1396

question

Hi, My conure does the same thing! It is hilarious at times. I sometimes make it ring just to get her in his cage. She will try her best to take the middle piece out of the bell. On some bells she has accomplised this. It is a toy that will keep your bird occupied for a good while. From what you are...
by Jodie
Tue Feb 22, 2005 5:26 pm
Forum: Breeding IRNs
Topic: Ringneck genetics question ?
Replies: 1
Views: 984

question

Hi, According to A Guide to Asiatic Parrots their mutations, care and breding by Syd and Jack Smith clearheads or lacewings should not be mixed. There is a genetic chart on lacewings on m or if that link does not work it is outback aviaries ringneck genetic charts that might could help you. It looks...
by Jodie
Fri Feb 18, 2005 8:52 am
Forum: Miscellaneous Comments/Questions
Topic: A companion bird for out IRN?
Replies: 5
Views: 4837

question

Hi, Well, I think it would be a nice idea to find another bird for your ringneck. If your bird has a ring then it is a male. You did not mention sex in your listing. If there is no black/pink ring around the bird's neck then it is a girl. I am explaining this because if you do decide to get a ringne...
by Jodie
Thu Feb 17, 2005 9:35 pm
Forum: IRNs Behavior & Taming
Topic: Just Purchased An IRN
Replies: 1
Views: 1081

question

Hi, She is two?! Wow, most people try to buy younger ones. I am not sure what advice to give you. I almost want to say that her being two and the time of year, she could want to breed. If she is now alone (no other birds), this might be a huge shock for her. Have a radio on for her when you are not ...
by Jodie
Tue Feb 15, 2005 10:50 pm
Forum: Breeding IRNs
Topic: knocking no more but depressed
Replies: 2
Views: 1073

questions

Hi, I am glad you found the answers to "why". Did they indicate why he had a heart attack? To introduce her to a new male might be tricky. How long were the other pair together? Were they bonded? If they were, you might have a problem at first. She might only want him. I would recommend you placing ...
by Jodie
Tue Feb 15, 2005 10:39 pm
Forum: Breeding IRNs
Topic: which male to pick
Replies: 1
Views: 859

question

Hi, I would pick only one to pair her with. If you have all three together, someone could get hurt. In given the chance the female would pick her perferred mate, but it is probably best not to do this. She might look at the other male she is not paired with. It is said that the females flirt with ot...