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Are Indian ringnecks good pets for beginners?
Ringnecks still have a reputation of being somewhat nippy and difficult to tame. However, those who have grown to know these birds have found they can make loving pets when hand-fed as babies and properly socialized. They love working on new bird tricks, such as waving hello with a foot, with their humans.
How much is an Indian ringneck?
The cost of an Indian ringneck parakeet from a breeder can range anywhere from $400-$1,500, depending on the type of bird you want. Some are even more expensive than others due to their colors. For example, the blue Indian ringneck parrot’s price starts at $1,500, all the way up to $2,000+.
How big of a cage does an Indian ringneck need?
24″x 24″x 36″
Guidelines for Cage Size and Bar Spacing
| Species | Minimum Cage Size | Bar Spacing |
|---|---|---|
| Ringneck, Parakeets | 24″x 24″x 36″ | 1/2″ to 5/8″ |
| Conures, Poicephalus | 24″x 24″x 24″ | 5/8″ to 3/4″ |
| Caiques, Pionus, Jardines | 24″ x 24″ x 36″ | 5/8″ to 3/4″ |
| Amazons, Mini Macaws, Small Cockatoos, African Greys | 36″ x 24″ x 48″ | 3/4″ to 1″ |
Why does my ringneck scream?
Boredom, illness, injury, lack of exercise, or simply as an expression of joy are all reasons for vocalizations in parrots. If birds are left alone too often or for too long, they can start to scream because they have nothing else to do, and because it usually gets a human in the room to pay attention to them.
What’s so different about Indian ringnecks?
Indian Ringneck Parakeets Defy Their ‘Difficult’ Reputation.
What does an Indian ringneck eat?
Care and Feeding: Fresh food and water must be provided daily! In the wild, Indian Ringneck Parrots eat a variety of seeds, berries, fruits, nuts, blossoms, and nectar.
How much does an Indian ringneck parakeet cost?
The cost of an Indian ringneck parrot will often depend on the age, gender, the breeder selling it, the species, colors, its health and the geographical location. On average, the cost can range anywhere from $250 to as much as $1,200 for a rarer species and/or color.
Do female Indian ringnecks talk?
The answer to the question is yes. Female Indian ringneck parakeets can indeed talk — and quite well, at that. According to Indian ringneck parakeet expert Joyce Baum on BirdChannel.com, the female birds can be very talented talkers — a lot like their chatty male counterparts, actually.