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Area of origin: Western Australia, southern Northern Australia, south-western Queensland, north-western New South Wales, South Australia Environment and behaviour: The Bourke's parakeet has a preference for dry and semi-dry areas overgrown with acacia bushes, where no more than 250 mm of rain falls per year. It is considered a typical example of species living in the Australian interior. Under ideal feeding conditions (after sufficient rain), density increases in the distribution area, and it decreases as soon as the food supply is poor. In nature, these birds are rarely encountered, as they live in areas little visited by humans, and are active in the early morning hours and at dusk. During this time, their protective colouring makes them even less conspicuous. At night, especially in clear nights, they also start moving and you can hear the beating of their wings in flight. These nocturnal excursions also explain the large eyes of these parakeets. Most often Bourke's parakeets fly in pairs or small groups, but in dry times they can be found in flocks of more than a hundred individuals at watering places. They roam around depending on the weather and it is extremely difficult to specify where these birds may be encountered. They have retained their behaviour in the aviary. During the day they behave quietly, and in the early morning hours and at sunset they become active. Subspecies: Currently there are four mutations of the Bourke's parakeet: yellow, isabell, fawn and pink. The yellow Bourke shows a delicate yellow colouring on its back and wings, and the head and chest appear matt pink. The claws are very light, almost transparent. The males are a little darker than the females, which appear yellowish. Inheritance is autosomal recessive. The isabell is very similar to the yellow Bourke. The colour is more pink and less yellow, and the yellow has a rather brownish character. Feet and claws are greyish. Like the yellow, the isabell has red eyes. Inheritance is sex-linked recessive. Sexual difference: Males: Upper side brownish, breast pink with brown, belly pink, feathers with brownish edges. Forehead band, shoulders, underwings, undertail coverts, thighs and flanks blue,  wings and central tail feathers grey-olive, outer tail feathers white with blue edges. Beak horn coloured, iris brown, legs grey-brown.Females: duller in colour, blue forehead band missing, white wing stripe present. Keeping: To make Bourke's parakeets feel comfortable you need: Aviary Perches of various thicknesses or natural branches (willows, poplars or fruit trees) Sleep box -  must be removed in case of excessive breeding drive Bathing or showering facility Food and drinking bowl Food: Bourke's parakeets search for their food mainly on the ground. Their food consists of the seeds of grasses, herbaceous plants, shrubs and trees. Occasionally they also catch insects. Mineral stone  - serves to cover the calcium requirement Bird sand - contains important components for digestion unsprayed wild herbs (e.g. chickweed / knotweed / shepherd's purse / young dandelion) Millet on the cob (once a week, as the fat content is high, otherwise the Bourke's parakeets suffer from obesity). Egg food  and germ food - indispensable during the breeding season Crackers and nibble sticks are healthy treats which ensure that the bird has to work for its food. Food, water and fresh food must be renewed daily. Breeding: In nature, they look for tree hollows at one to three metres, and the entrance to a Bourke's nest has also been found at 30 cm. In the aviary, a nest box 30 cm high with a base area of 15 x 15 cm should be installed. The entrance hole should have a diameter of 5 cm.The Bourke is an uncomplicated breeder that can be bred in colonies, but pairs should be kept individually. After choosing the nest site, the female lays three to six eggs and stays on the clutch for about eighteen days. She leaves the nest at most once a day to eat, to be fed by the male, and to defecate. Once the young have fledged after four weeks, they stay with the parents for some time in the wild. As Bourke's parakeets can be quite productive and breed several times in quick succession, the independent young should be housed elsewhere when a new clutch appears. During the breeding period, the nesting material may need to be renewed, as these parakeets do not keep their nursery particularly clean. Swiss animal welfare legislation contains legal requirements that regulate the animal-friendly keeping of and handling with birds. The following regulations apply to all types of birds: social species must be kept socially (no solitary keeping) the enclosures must comply with the minimum sizes = minimum requirements all birds must be offered a bathing opportunity the enclosures must be structured with various, springy perches of different thicknesses and alignments, with one third of the volume being free of structures all birds must be provided with suitable sand for ingestion private keeping of certain species of birds requires a licence (wild animal keeping licence) the keeping of parrots in stands and the keeping of song canaries in Harzer cages is prohibited the use of sand sleeves as a covering for perches is prohibited for parrots: minimum enclosure area for 4 small parakeets and agapornids 0.24 m2 (e.g. 60 cm x 40 cm), minimum height 50 cm Parrots require plenty of natural branches for gnawing and climbing Regular costs (per month/for 2 animals): Food: approx. Fr.15.-- Sand: approx. Fr. 10.-- Veterinarian: The more appropriate and cleaner the keeping, the less often you have to go to the vet. Nevertheless, you must always expect that an animal can also become ill and then causes additional costs. Before you decide on Bourke's parakeets, you should definitely read an appropriate reference book.For all animal keeping: children must be guided, supervised and controlled by their parents. Children must learn that an animal has its own needs and habits and respect this. Parents should be aware that they are the ones who are responsible for the animal.For questions and problems, our trained team at Zoo Roco is available. They can advise you professionally on all questions.

Bewo Bird transport box made of wood The Bewo bird transport box made of wood for the safe transport of birds such as canaries, budgerigars, etc is a Swiss product from a protected workshop Dimensions: 16 x 14 cm, H 15 cm

I Love Happy Cats play rod, Connor telescopeBecause the name is a promise!long, telescopic and flexible fishing rod - 97 cm90 cm long cord3 flying prey animals made of cardboardstimulates your cat's play behaviorimitates the sound and appearance of flying prey Our opinion: A sturdy play rod that is easy to bend. An ingenious cat toy! The "prey" on the play rod can be replaced, so the play rod always remains interesting! CONNOR is an innovative hunting toy that has been specially developed for cats. It consists of a 97 cm long, flexible telescopic rod to which a 90 cm long rope is attached. At the end of the rope are three different cardboard prey animals that imitate realistic movements. This toy is designed to stimulate the first of a cat's three natural hunting phases: the pursuit of prey.It allows for two variations of play: you can swing the 'prey' through the air or drag it along the ground, providing your cat with a varied and challenging hunting experience. The key to success is that your cat should not catch the prey.It is recommended to play the game several times a day for 2-5 minutes at a time, ideally 5-7 times a day. These short but intense play sessions correspond to the natural hunting behavior of cats and promote their physical and mental activity.CONNOR is therefore a well thought-out toy that is not only fun, but also stimulates your cat's natural hunting instinct in a healthy and controlled way.

Budgie Magazine Three copies of the popular Budgie Magazine at a special price of CHF 20.00! The three issues are assorted and in German.

Avifood Bird shower for birds The caring shower fun for all birds Ready-to-use shower solution with cleansing and caring additives Effective cleaning of feathers and skin restores the natural moisture of feathers and skin Reduces dandruff and feather dust in the air suitable for daily use Can also be used for reptiles and mammals ApplicationSpray the bird with the water mist from a distance of approx. 30cm.If the bird likes it, it will open its wings and allow itself to be sprayed.

Back Zoo Nature Discovery Toppingnatural enclosure furnishingsThis natural topping is added as an extra layer to the bedding and makes your animals' home more varied. The mixture of corn leaf, moss and pine cones encourages foraging and supports natural instincts – for more activity in everyday life.Suitable for: Guinea pigs, mice, rabbits, hamsters, rats, large parakeets, parakeets, canaries or zebra finchesProduct benefits:Varied natural mixture of corn leaf, moss and pine conesCan be used as a topping layer over the bedding100% natural, without additives or chemicalsRich in structure for an exciting, natural environment Stimulates foraging and searching behaviour (food can be hidden)Keeps them occupied for longer and supports mental exerciseCreates a nature-like, “wild” environment in the enclosurePromotes active movement and exploratory behaviourTechnical dataContent: 10 litresMaterial: corn leaf, moss, pine conesProperties: 100% natural, without additivesThe application is uncomplicated: Add the Discovery Topping as an extra layer to the existing bedding. This creates a realistic, “forest-floor-like” surface that is modelled on natural habitats. Your animals will experience more different materials under their paws, claws or scales – this can enhance well-being because the environment feels more exciting and closer to nature. A key benefit is in encouraging foraging behaviour. In the wild, many animals spend a lot of time searching for food. This natural need is often neglected in the everyday lives of pets. With the Discovery Topping, you can hide treats or food specifically in the mixture. Your animals will thus be motivated to search, sniff and discover. This supports both physical activity and mental stimulation – two important factors for a balanced, occupied animal.