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Post by Laraine on Sept 22, 2008 12:07:19 GMT 10
Does anyone know if Princess Parrots mate for life. My male, whose partner is sick at the moment and probably won't breed this year, is making eyes at my new female in the next cage. She is interested and is chasing the male in with her away every time he comes near her. I'd love to breed with him, but I thought he was bonded with the sick female.
I feel a bit guilty about putting him with the new female. They definitely seem keen, but nothing might happen if I put them together.
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Post by avinet on Sept 22, 2008 13:29:25 GMT 10
No, Princess cocks especially are quite happy to chat up any available female, and if no suitable Princess female is around they will try it on any available bird, even quail. I would definitely be trying with the new hen if she seems to take his fancy.
Most parrot species don't form a life-long bond - that is, if they get separated form their mate they will look for a new mate pretty quickly. That is why the vast majority of pet parrots re-home very easily if the need arises.
cheers,
Mike
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Post by Laraine on Sept 22, 2008 18:01:34 GMT 10
Thanks Mike, that makes me feel much better. I am going to move her in and see what happens.  I hope you are feeling a lot better now. |
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Post by vankarhi on Sept 22, 2008 19:14:31 GMT 10
hopefully there might be the little flutter of feet in your aviaries soon Laraine ;D
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Post by Laraine on Sept 22, 2008 21:14:04 GMT 10
I just did my nightly check and they are sleeping next to each other on either side of the wire. How cute. Maybe he thinks she is his partner, who is inside at the moment.
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Post by vankarhi on Oct 2, 2008 20:07:22 GMT 10
how cute ;D
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I hope you are feeling a lot better now.
