Welcome to the Kiwa Centre, the UK’s premier parrot welfare and conservation base, run by the World Parrot Trust! 🌸 In today's video, we're diving into an exciting and natural way to enrich your parrot's life using safe flowers. Whether you're a seasoned parrot owner or new to the world of companion parrots, this video will show you how you can easily incorporate flowers into your parrot's environment, boosting their mental and physical well-being.
What You’ll Learn in This Video:
1. Safe Flowers for Parrots - Discover a variety of parrot-friendly flowers, including Buddleia (Butterfly Bush) and Daisies, that are safe for your feathered friend to enjoy.
2. Natural Enrichment Ideas - Learn how to use branches, plants, flowers, and foliage to create stimulating toys and experiences for your parrot.
3. DIY Parrot Bouquets - Get creative by making your own birdie bouquets with a mix of safe flowers like daisies, dandelions, and evening primrose.
4. Adding Flowers to Parrot Diets - Find out how to sprinkle petals over your parrot's fresh food to enhance their eating experience and provide sensory enrichment.
5. Safety First - Important tips on ensuring your flowers are free from toxins and pesticides, and how to grow your own parrot-safe flowers at home.
Why This Matters:
Natural enrichment is crucial for keeping your parrot happy, healthy, and engaged. By mimicking the diverse experiences parrots would encounter in the wild, you can support their natural behaviours and improve their overall quality of life.
Wondering which flowers are safe to offer your companion parrots and how to keep them safe from toxins, take a look at these reference articles:
www.parrots.org/reference-library/plants-for-parrots
www.parrots.org/pdfs/all_about_parrots/reference_library/health_and_nutrition/Common-Household-Poisons-for-Parrots.pdf
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