Senegal Parrot:

The colorful and relatively small Senegal is remarkably quiet and calm. It can talk and mimic, although it is not the most prolific talker. It has an affectionate, funloving disposition; it's comical antics are entertaining and playful. This charming is also less expensive than most parrots and is more widely available in ordinary pet stores than most tropical birds.

Origin and History:

The Senegal parrot is native to the woodlands of central western Africa. The Poicephalus genus of parrots is a group that includes 10 species from central Africa, identified by stocky bodies, short tails, and relatively large heads and beaks.

The trade of these birds trapped in the wild is illegal; fortunately, Senegals breed well in captivity. Prospective owners usually have no trouble finding captivebred pets.

Temperament
Handfed Senegals make extraordinary pets and are known for being comical and entertaining.

Most wellsocialized Senegals have amiable personalities, but potential owners should be aware that Senegals have a tendency to become "one person" birds and may not desire interaction with other family members. While this is not always true, it does happen on occasion. Having all of the members of the family interacting with your Senegal will help ensure that this oneperson bonding doesn't occur.

Charming and highly trainable, these little parrots have a knack for being a great source of entertainment and amusement for their owners. While they are not nearly as common as African greys or cockatiels, they have earned a reputation as being an easygoing and playful companion bird.


Caring for a Senegal Parrot
Because it is on the smaller size, a Senegal parrot does not require a huge cage. At the minimum, it needs a cage with a 20inch by 20inch footprint and 28 inches in height; larger is always preferable. The cage should, of course, be more substantial if you are keeping two birds. Bar spacing should be about 3/4 inch.

Equip the cage with several horizontal bars to serve as perches. Prospective owners should also plan to invest in a variety of toys and accessories for their birds. Senegals can be strong chewers, so it's a good idea to provide them with toys to exercise their beaks.

"Sennies," as they are affectionately referred to by many owners, bond strongly with their owners and thrive on daily interaction with them. Those interested in owning a Senegal should be willing to make time for handling and socialization with the bird every day. Interaction time is rarely a burden since these birds are often content to sit on your shoulder.


Exercise
A Senegal parrot should get at least 1 hour a day of outsideofcage time on a play stand or another birdsafe area. Provide toys like small foot toys, bells, balls, chewable leather, and wood toys. These items will entertain your Senegal while away from its enclosure. They love to climb and can be quite the little acrobats. These birds will appreciate a variety of swings, ladders, and other toys to explore.



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