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Background[]

Eclectus are the oddballs of the parrot family. They are truely sexually dimorphic. The males are green and the females are red. They are 14 inches in legnth and 9.66 inches in height. Since their diet is complicated they are best for advanced owners.

Housing[]

They need a cage of 40x40x40 although bigger is better with a bar spacing of 1 inch.

Feeding[]

They devolp nutrional problems such as being low in vitamin A and E. However they do need a varied diet of fruit, vegtebales, grains, and occasional lean meat.

Grooming[]

Bathe these birds at least once a week. Nail trims are needed to prevent injury. Wing trimming is optional. Talk to your vet about beak trims.

Health Concerns[]

Take the bird for a yearly checkup and whenever he is sick.

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