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TABLE OF CONTENTS

  • Introduction 1
  • Chapter One: Poicephalus Parrots in General 2
  • Biological Information 3
  • Diet of Poicephalus Species 5
  • Potential Behavioral Problems 5
  • Behavioral Changes in Relation to Sexual Maturity 7
  • Distribution and Habitat in the Wild 9
  • Threats and Conservation Status 11
  • Chapter Two: Poicephalus Species and Sub – Species 14
  • Chapter Three: Acquiring, Feeding and Housing Poicephalus Parrots 28
  • Benefits of Acquiring Poicephalus Parrots from Hobbyists 29
  • Benefits of Adopting from Rescue Centers 31
  • Searching for an Avian Veterinarian 33
  • Micro – chipping Your Poicephalus 34
  • Cage Essentials and House Set – Up 36
  • Other Parrot Essentials 41
  • Housebreaking Your Poicephalus Parrot 43
  • Feeding Your Poicephalus Parrots 47
  • Recommended Food Brands 52
  • Hand – Feeding Your Parrot 71
  • Chapter Four: Grooming Tips for Your Poicephalus Parrots 74
  • Grooming Your Poicephalus Parrots 75
  • Cleaning Your Parrot 76
  • Clipping the Wings 77
  • Keeping the Beak Healthy 79
  • Trimming the Nails 80
  • Chapter Five: Forming a Bond with Your Poicephalus Parrots 82
  • Tips in Gaining Your Bird’s Trust 83
  • Handling Proper 87
  • Training Proper 89
  • Taming Your Poicephalus Parrot 92
  • Chapter Six: Pairing Poicephalus 96
  • Bonded Pairs vs. Compatible Pairs 97
  • Courting and Mating 99
  • Egg Laying and Nesting 100
  • Nesting and Territorial Issues 100
  • Signs of Sexual Maturity 102
  • Chapter Seven: Raising Poicephalus Chicks 104
  • Parenting 105
  • Pulling Chicks 107
  • Sibling Aggression 107
  • Glossary of Important Terms 110
  • Photo Credits 116
  • References 117

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