Beautiful Major Mitchell Cockatoo is best for the experienced birder

The Major Mitchell Cockatoo is a beautiful, pink colored  medium sized cockatoo  originating from Central and South Central Australia these birds are considered to be “threatened” on a low level – they are on the Appendix II list.  Also known as the “Leadbeater” or Pink Cockaoo these birds may live about 60-75 years in captivity, Major Mitchell’s tend to bond very deeply to one person and are prone to becoming nippy when they have to share their human mate.  These birds are recommended as pets only for very experienced people who are willing to undertake a life-long commitment for their care.  They are NOT known to be a cuddly pet like other species of Cockatoo’s.

Like most Cockatoo’s Major Mitchell’s are very active and do best with a lot of out of cage time and interaction.  Major Mitchell’s need safe outlets to satisfy their instincts to explore, chew, and play. They require bird toys that promote intellectual stimulation, exercise and foraging opportunities.  And, lots and lots of wood to chew! Their cage requirements are large, too.  We recommend a 4′ x 3′ x 4′ cage at a minimum.

But, it is a bit of a mystery about how the Major Mitchell Cockatoo got it’s name.  If you know how these beautiful pink cockatoo’s got the name “Major Mitchell” – please comment.

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About Manu Mineral Perch for Parrots

Along the middle region of South America, dense Atlantic rains have deposited high concentrations of minerals into the forests creating numerous clay licks that parrots and other animals rely on to cleanse their bodies of toxins.  The most famous of these clay licks is the Tambopata Parrot Clay Licks.  Three famous clay licks located in the Southeastern portion of Peru attract up to almost 2 dozen species of parrots daily. From Mealy Amazon’s to Blue Headed Pionus to several types of Macaw’s, birds flock to the clay licks.  Their arrival is so predictable that Rainforest Expeditions has set up guided tours.  I’m dying to go on the Parrot Expedition.

The clay licks have been researched for years.  They have been found to carry at least nine essential minerals that promote parrot health and rid the body of toxins from ingesting fruits and rainforest fauna.  You’ll recognize these minerals:

Calcium: Required for strong, resilient bones, proper muscle function, and eggshell production.
Iron: Carries oxygen in the blood and vital for egg production in hens.
Manganese: Crucial for metabolizing fats and sugars; improves hatchability.
Potassium: Essential for normal heart and muscle activity.
Zinc: Needed for sexual maturity in males; involved in formation of feathers.
Copper: Helps keep blood vessels flexible for good circulation and promotes healing.
Magnesium: Initiates enzyme absorption and transportation of nutrients.
Phosphorus: Releases energy from carbohydrates, fats, and proteins and minerals.
Sodium: Assists in absorbing protein and maintains ionic strength of body fluids.

Mineral Content of the Manu Mineral Perch:

Polly’s Pet Products has researched the mineral content of famous parrot clay licks and recreated them in a formula that provides captive parrots with essential nutrients.  Manu Mineral Treats and the Manu Mineral Perch, an edible perch help you maintain the health of your pet bird. Get your Manu Mineral Perch here.

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By: Ingrid Taylar

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About Parrots and Evacuation

After our horrific  2012 Colorado Springs fire summer of having to evacuate our own flock of parrots and dogs at BirdSupplies.com,  we get the fear that hurricane “ISAAC” is creating in the Caribbean and East coast.  Our hearts especially go out to Haiti and surrounding islands.  Last night, I wondered about how the Puerto Rican Amazon parrot was fairing and how wild birds manage 100 mile an hour winds while it is literally raining sheets of water.

Maybe, it is fate that we’ve been asked to assist a parrot named Peter in case he must evacuate his home.  Peter is a Mexican Redhead Amazon Parrot.  I don’t know what you know about Amazon Parrots, but they are incredibly endearing and a bit on the fiesty side. Peter’s Parronts are so smart to give themselves a few days planning time to insure a safe, quick parrot evacuation.

Evidently, Peter the Amazon Parrot is lucky enough to have a guardian angel associated with International Bird Rescue.  Peter must have touch hearts beyond his Louisiana borders.  This organization not only rescues wild birds of all species but they spread the word about our domestic parrots plight and that of their family.

Did you know that the majority of parrots in the pet trade industry may flourish in the pet trade, while their wild cousins are endangered?  Well, potentially flourish.  Just ask any parrot rescue if people really get that many parrots are endangered, with incredibly unique personalities – just like people.  Lot’s of people adopt a cute baby parrot only to learn that they haven’t studied bird training techniques nor fully understood what they had signed up for.

About Wild Birds and Bird Conservation

Parrots aren’t the only birds that are endangered.  Birds are considered to potentially be among a flock of a massive extinction.  Not just parrots but soft bills and peregrine’s, as well.  These birds are loosing their habitats, not their cage.  Please consider assisting International Bird Rescue or any other rescue organization to spread the word that we can’t let our feathered friends become extinct.

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Jane is About Animal Rights

I’ve had horrible insomnia since pre-school.  For some reason, I need to tune out the ordinary household sounds and the worries of the day with T.V. at night.  So, I turn HLN on the T.V. at night and listen to Nancy Grace’s quest toward justice, Joyce Baher’s comedic ramblings and Jane Velez-Mitchell’s emotionally charged stance on charged issues.  Jane is a passionate animal lover and she truly supports responsible environmental management of trash, plastics, etc.  Despite this diversion, Jane kept me awake.  She’s an animal rights activist.

On September 6, 2010, Jane repeated an emotionally charged episode of many CITIES identified animals that suffer abuse and terrorism at the hands of humans.  KUDO’S, JANE! You addressed dolphin and whale hunting practices in Japan, Iceland and Norway, horrific wild horse practices in the U.S., and Puerto Rican Monkey Labs.  But, there is another whole set of innocent creatures that we are in the process of destroying. Pelican’s. Birds.  Parrots.  And other innocent creatures that are exploited for one reason or another.

In terms of parrots …  All over South America, Mexico, Africa,  and every rain forest territory, parrots suffer, loose nesting and feeding territory and die!   Why?  So,s poverty ridden locals can capture and sell these exotic yet beautiful creatures to U.S. and European pet industry.  It’s not enough to destroy their natural rain forest to feed cattle or build condo’s.  Locals are compelled to steal baby parrots right from the nest to sell in the illegal pet industry just to put food on the table.

PLEASE TAKE A STAND FOR PARROTS. Just check out how many bird and parrot species are on the CITIES Endangered Lists.  From New Zealand to Australia, to the Amazon, Moluccan and Solomon Islands, Mexico, Brazil, and more.  People can’t seem to figure out how to live hand in hand, respectfully, with the wild animals and fauna that encompass their surroundings.

As the owner of www.ParrotQuest.com and www.BirdSupplies.com …. As the room-mate of 7 pet birds from nippy, yet sweet Parrotlet, to a shoulder riding Senegal Parrot,  three African Grey Parrots, to a huge and noisy Moluccan Cockatoo Parrot … I adored these feathered creatures, friends, companions.  I am so lucky to be able to share my life with these friends.

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I went there hoping to see the endangerd Puerto Rican Amazon Parrot. Although I didn’t see a Puerto Rican Amazon, I saw incredible fauna and curious birds and reptiles.  While in Puerto Rico, I had the opportunity to participate in the HANDS ACROSS THE SAND movement in San Juan. This movement is not about politics; it is about protection of our coastal economies, oceans, marine wildlife, and fishing industry. More important than ever since the oil spill.

Sadly, before we know it, in addition to parrots, there is a huge probability that many more oceanic creatures will be added to the CITIES endangered and/or extinct species list. It doesn’t matter how large your brain is or if you can build oil rig towers that pump oil out out the sea. Every brain communicates. Thinks. Problem solves. All animals. Whether we’re talking about the almost extinct PR Amazon Parrot or any endangered creature, ever.

I would challenge everyone….

• RAISE YOUR VOICE regarding going Green for Parrots or any Green Movement, for that matter!
• Support companies that champion clean energy
• Live a Green lifestyle and Reduce your carbon footprint
• Provide your parrot with eco-friendly, natural bird toys like Planet Pleasures™ available at www.BirdSupplies.com

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What is Earth Hour?  On Earth Hour hundreds of millions of people around the world will come together to call for action on climate change by doing something quite simple—turning off their lights for one hour. The movement symbolizes that by working together, each of us can make a positive impact in this fight, protecting our future and that of future generations.  But for parrot lovers, it is also about parrot conservation. Learn more about how Earth Hour began, what we’ve accomplished, and what is in store for 2010.

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