Autumn Grass & Sun - Part 2 of 3

The three Caiques, Chloe and Rafa (apricot-head WBC's) and Gerry (black-head BHC), enjoy some of the last of the season's warm afternoons in the backyard before the winter arrives. In this entry, we have all three enjoying a leisurely afternoon of sunshine and foraging. They like to root around in the grass, nibble the dandelion leaves, crunch the fall leaves, and eat some tasty dirt clods. Yes, it's true! It's actually work castings (worm poo)-- Gerry seems to be obsessed with them!

(Note: this yard is fully fenced with 6-foot bamboo over chainlink, has good tree cover, and is a controlled and safe environment. We don't even fertilize the grass to ensure a safe environment for them, and their wings are clipped. We also do not take them out if it is windy, lest they catch a gust and manage to get blown over the fence. They are NEVER outside unattended, and are always kept within an arm's reach of either my husband or myself. Please, never take your parrots outside unless they are 100% safe in every way!)

Category:

Pets & Animals

Tags:

• caique
• teacup
• backyard parrots
• parrot
• grass
• foraging
• white-bellied caique
• black-headed caique
• apricot-headed caiques

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The Gerry goes and says " I taste good"