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But you're off to a wonderful start! But believe me don't let the quietness fool you--it's coming--ohh it's coming--just be prepared

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IMRAN-C

Archimedes is the one who does the most. He turns around, waves, puts coins into a bowl, says hello on command, nods, and now i am working with him to be on his back and swing.

I just gotta be sure to find time to keep working w/ him as i am always so busy.

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IMRAN-C

It's Kaytee Exact:) I give them that for treats as it's filled with wonderful nutriants that can benefit them even though they are grown. I have always done that. I will take some mashed carrots too and they love that--but when warm. I want to be sure to give them their Vitamin A as most pet parrots...

Here is Archimedes with a bad molt. It's quite normal--he looks nothing like this in his best conditions. Right now he looks patchy and there are straws which are the new feathers coming out.

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IMRAN-C

i think he is just grooming--let me get some pictures of Archimedes right now--as he is having a really bad molt. How long have you had him? Do you have pictures of him when you first purchased him?

I can image how frustrating it must be. But let me first clarify something, I don’t believe plucking is a symptom of depression but rather a neurotic behavior. I think many people are quick to say that parrots pluck due to depression—but it’s much more complicated and EVERY case is different. Did th...

Place the bands around the babies when they are about 10 days old. They might slip off but just place them back on. Also, DNA sexing can be done as soon as the babies are weaned--which you'll get the results back via e-mail.

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IMRAN-C

nice job!

nice and slow does it:)

Let me start out to say--i love your accent! :D Wow! Such fantastic videos! You had me hooked from the first one i saw! I like the fact you are going beyond to just "snuggling" with them--you are working their cognitive abilities! :) I cant wait till you teach them more stuff! Your dedicat...

Aw, he is so cute! He still looks very much like a baby! Love the music and when he is sleeping in his cage--he looks so relaxed

He found such a wonderful home! Nice video! HE sure enjoys that petting

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IMRAN-C

Wow! Fantastic! LOL!!! Nice capture! I love the way he is talking to the box--now that is too cool. He looks so amazed by it.

Made me smile the whole time:)

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IMRAN-C

aw, so sorry! :O( This does happen 2 first time moms! I have seen it w/ mine too!

Poor thing!

He looks normal:) I can't type too much because i bit my fingernail so badly but it looks as if he is going through a molt. No need to worry. His new feathers are growing in and he should get that smooth look in about a month:)

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im also worried it might be him plucking himself as ive heard u can turn em bald from early clipping. This is untrue. Some of my ringnecks molt really bad and it does look like they are being plucked! It's really not a pretty site to see--especially when they look so sharp all the time:) This is no...

Ahh, welcome! Sounds like your little girl might be getting a bit hormonal or territorial. None the less, it is important you do not react to this behavior—that means no eye contact, no yelling to tell her “no”, no wobbling your hand—nothing. Continue to hold her as you do and when she does bite, re...

I know it is very difficult—especially when they are in the main room. I think before removing them I would try to completely ignore them during their outbursts. Although, in your case it’s harder because you have more than one bird and once they start their calls I am sure they will go at it for a ...

Mine do it too:) this is quite normal--especially after a clip. No need to worry:)

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Hello, Welcome! First let me start off to say that it seems you have a lot going on there! I hope this forum can help you better deal with the problems you have. It’s wonderful to hear you are trying to correct them :o) Plucking Ringnecks are not feather pickers by nature— with the exception of the ...

Hey Elle, Please forgive me as I was so busy and I wanted to get back to you. Screaming can be problematic and I know the feeling! I have so many ringnecks and when they all start to call—I am so scared the neighbors are gunna call the cops on me—especially my breeders. I have found the best way to ...

Wow! That is soooooooooo cool! ha ha ha! He looks so eager to get to you! I love the way you just give in and give him your finger! ha ha ha!

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IMRAN-C

I am heading to bed but when i get up tomorrow i'll answer.

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IMRAN-C

Ha ha ha..it's in his head...i promise..i have had Archimedes for almost 6 or 7 years and he forgets but he does say them again.. it's what the others said--it's the flavor of the moment.

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IMRAN-C

Wow! I gotta try that! I am trying to convert a pair of African ringnecks I have on pellets but they are stubborn. I have mixed it into their seeds and daily add them with the fruits and veggies...lol..i gotta try that though...i bet i can get them converted before six months..wish me luck! :lol: IM...

Wow! Really good to hear! Had me scared there for a sec. Once a bird gets sick it's usually too late--it's wonderful you were very attentive to him! Fantastic work!

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IMRAN-C

No worries :wink: It's wonderful to hear how passionate you are about your little girl. I know others said not to encourage this behavior, but my females are so friendly during this state that i can't help but pet them--i have never had any problems yet :lol: :lol: I say continue to pet but if she s...

When I open her cage she becomes very submissive and appears scared .... clucking and bending low... This is typical female behavior. All my females do this that are tame. Is she tilting her head back, pinning her eyes, wings slightly open, and clucking? If yes, this is quite normal and not submiss...

Woot! Woot! Thank you so much:P

Ha Ha Ha! I use moth traps that are laced with female pheromones. The males get attracted to the sent and get caught--it's a sticky trap. I also vacuum 2 times a day and keep my seeds stored in the refrigerator to avoid any caterpillars. Make sure to get seed in smaller quantities as this makes stor...

yup! Mine are in the middle of their moulting cycle and others just finished. It's amazing how stunning they look once complete.

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IMRAN-C

Hello Sky, I have aviary ringnecks and the males are the only ones who have picked speech with other birds present. The females need a bit more one on one time to develop their talking skills. The males are more gifted then the females; however, females can talk. Continue to interact with her and no...

aw, poor little guy! It's wonderful the breeder has taken him back to feed him a bit and you took him to the vet. How is he doing!? Give him a treat for us!

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Hello Miss JoJo, Aw, sounds like your poor little girl is having a rough time. Don't stress too much as she will soon start to adapt to the new situation. Right now i am dealing with a ringneck i hand fed for someone but they totally let him go wild. I had to clip his wings and start interacting wit...

ha ha ha..now that is cute!

Thanks so much for sharing!

Aw, my friend such wonderful photos! Reminds me of Archimedes when he was a baby! I love the fact that you are giving him all kinds of foods from the get go! Wonderful shots! I think you are handling the nibbling perfect. When he does lunge at you, ask him to step up and move your fingers towards hi...

yup, i got a huge article on them coming soon:) Should be up on the site in a few days :OP I just don't have time to upload it as i am getting ready to head out of town--but i'll get it up for ya when i get bacK

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IMRAN-C

Ha ha ha! That's my boy Archimedes--he is always so eager to play these "fun" games--he really enjoys it. It's Anikin who refuses to play--he acts so pompous and arrogant--i swear he thinks his ring is a crown..ha ha ha ha ha

Thanks Tasha:)

Hey MallyKat, Welcome! I think you need to start a positive reinforcement program. Believe me, I know that it can be so tempting to start handling her; however, you’ll only be working against yourself if she does not like this. For the first few weeks give her time to adjust into your environment an...

Hey Crisco, Just reading your post and I got a few comments. It's wonderful you did clip the wings as this really does make the bird more dependent upon you--bravo. Now, you said that the bird is caged with a parakeet—not a good idea. Parakeets are so small and very fragile—one bite and your poor li...

Hey intog, Welcome! I think your ringneck just needs some time to adjust to you. Ringnecks are not the “typical” parrot—they need much more guidance and will let you know when they want their space. Though most owners claim their ringnecks don’t like to be touched—mine all enjoy it. I can handle the...

Woot! Woot! Congrats! I can't wait to see photos of your little guy once he gets his full colors! You gotta show us pictures...I bet all the ringnecks here are gunna be jealous!

Thanks for the update!

IMRAN-C

Got a video of all three ringnecks (Anikin, Archimedes, & Devri)--i am just messing around with them and spoon feeding them before bedtime. I spoon feed them in case they ever need meds from a vet--then there will be no need to restrain them :wink: Besides, it's a great way for me to give them t...

voted again! ha ha ha ha

Wow! Love the flight pictures! It's so nice to see them in flight! One time Brutus flew around the park--i thought his wings were clipped well--lesson learned for me! He really can pick up wind compared to my ringies...but i must say it was so wonderful to see him fly that high..so majestic! As alwa...

I voted 3 times but i don't think it updated! i can't believe i missed that on the forum! Shoot!

So sorry as i hope it's not too late! Also, what a cute cat u got there ! Really love the shot! U are such a wonderful photographer

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IMRAN-C

Wow! So sorry you are getting bitten, it's no fun..huh? :roll: I think it's important to note that biting and bluffing often get mixed up. Bluffing is the act of the ringneck pretending to bite with an occasional nip here and there. Biting is when the bird physically bites and draws blood—this is ba...

Aw, sounds like your bird is in love! Not to worry! When mine start to do that--i just put them back to let them settle down. Don't encourage it. Now it never happens as my birds know i don't like that. Just ignore it.

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IMRAN-C

Aw, i think you need to backup a bit and give him time :wink: . Believe me, i have re-homed so many birds from very bad situations :roll: . It's very disheartening. I wish i could house all of them, but i cannot. People seem to think birds are so disposable and you have made the right choice to acce...

Hey, Good question! The best harness is the Aviator Bird Harness. It's really wonderful as you don't have to clip anything on and scare the bird to death. I am currently working with Archimedes through positive reinforcement to get him to wear it. It's important you don't rush and put the harness on...

Yup, this is quite natural! My African Grey hangs upside down when he sleeps!

He is such a silly little bird. Most of my ringnecks go far into the corners of their aviaries--but it's totally natural

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IMRAN-C

Wow! Congratz! We want pictures ya know!

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