Brown Headed Parrot Cage Size?

[likeaarbear]

Hello everyone, after a few months of research, I decided on a BH over a Caique. With that being said, I am looking for a nice cage. It will be located in my room as well. Would the cage below be appropriate? I've read it should not be anything smaller than a 24x22. This would be perfect for my budget. I cannot really afford to 30x+sizes as well.

If you have any other recommendations, please post below. I am located in California as well.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000FRV444/ref=ox_sc_act_title_4?smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER&psc=1

Cheers

 

[likeaarbear]

A&E Cage Company Elegant Flight Bird Cage | bird Cages | PetSmart

Just found this one. 28x18x55

 

[camelotshadow]

The 2nd cage depth of 18 inch is not enough to compensate for the extra 4 inch width in my opinion
the 24 x 22 would be better.

You would want the bird to be able to spread its wings not just length wise. I think the 18 inch is limiting to movement.

first cage is 24 x 20 not 22 but still think I'd prefer it over the 2nd & the playtop is really useful.

 

[likeaarbear]

Thanks for your input. And yikes, I made a boo boo on that. Ill continue to look. Thanks

 

[Porter]

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https://www.amazon.com/Double-Fligh...8&qid=1529706423&sr=1-21&keywords=Flight+cage

Look for flight cages You'll have better luck on pricing

 

[Mizzely]

Yes I would look for a flight cage. Can get several models under $200.

This one is $270 today with code SUMMER10

You & Me Standing Parrot Habitat | DrsFosterSmith.com

 

[iamwhoiam]

Minimum: Avian Adventures Chiquita play top There is also a dome top version but I prefer the play top.

Shop around for prices. Seems to be out of stock or priced a bit high at most places. :-(

 

[camelotshadow]

Loro could work....seen it on sale

 

[AkasyaEllric]

I think an A&E Flight cage would work fine, considering I have my own brown headed parrot in it and he loves it. He is also out of it a lot and I have a big java perch stand on top for him. They're usually around $150 new as well, and if you look for sales you can get them even cheaper! HQ also makes a similar flight cage.

The playstand on the cage in the picture isn't what's on there now either, and I have more toys and stuff in there now since this is the day I got it and I had to wait for some more shipments since I moved all his toys over from his older smaller cage.

The cage Mizzely posted though is what I had wanted originally so if that's within budget I would get that, but, there are options.

Also yay for another potential BH owner

 

[likeaarbear]

Yes I would look for a flight cage. Can get several models under $200.

This one is $270 today with code SUMMER10

You & Me Standing Parrot Habitat | DrsFosterSmith.com

I like this one, do you own it? It only has three stars though. Is the maker a good brand?

For the BH parrot, what spacing should I be aiming for as well to avoid the head getting stuck issue?

 

[Mizzely]

I do not own it but it is on my short list of cages I would purchase if in the market.

It's been around for several years and I know several people with them. Petco may have it on their website too as it started as their brand.

You probably would want to stick to 3/4" or less I'm guessing?

 

[likeaarbear]

I think an A&E Flight cage would work fine, considering I have my own brown headed parrot in it and he loves it. He is also out of it a lot and I have a big java perch stand on top for him. They're usually around $150 new as well, and if you look for sales you can get them even cheaper! HQ also makes a similar flight cage.

The playstand on the cage in the picture isn't what's on there now either, and I have more toys and stuff in there now since this is the day I got it and I had to wait for some more shipments since I moved all his toys over from his older smaller cage.

The cage Mizzely posted though is what I had wanted originally so if that's within budget I would get that, but, there are options.

Also yay for another potential BH owner

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Are you referring to this one?

a&e flight cage - Google Search

 

[iamwhoiam]

I ordered that Petco cage a few years ago. The first one arrived with bent bars and dented trays. They picked that one up and sent a replacement and it also arrived damaged. I felt that it was flimsy compared to the other cages I have and decided not to try for another replacement. I have Avian Adventures Chiquita play tops for a few of my Pois (posted about that above). I would get larger cages but I don't have the room. However the Chiquita is spacious, sturdy, easy to clean and very easy to assemble.

Adding this for clarification: The Petco cage I am referring to is the You and Me Parrot Cage (used to be known as the Designer Mink Brown StandingParrot Cage).

 

[AkasyaEllric]

Yep that's the one, but for clarity here is a link. A&E Cage Company Flight Bird Cage in White | Petco

There are a few different colors too. My mom has the chichita cage that @iamwhoiam mentioned and that is a nice cage as well. The cage I have ended up being what I picked since I found it used on the Facebook marketplace for a good price, but if you go that route definitely check the cages over super well.

 

[likeaarbear]

Thanks everyone for your input.