clunkybird
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How would a Quaker parrot do with a Alexandrine parakeet?
How would the parrots do outside the cages and on the same tree stand?I agree with Matt that you absolutely shouldn't keep them in the same cage together. Quakers are notoriously territorial with their cages, and since Alexandrines are roughly twice a Quaker's size, you'd just be asking for trouble.
My Quaker is pretty mellow, so he and my female IRN (who is quite aggressive with other birds) tolerate one another to an extent, but avoid close contact. My Quaker is quite wary of her and rarely even engages in beak tussling, preferring to just get out of her way. Even his slight cage aggression doesn't make her confront her if she is in/on/near his cage.
That being said - each bird is different. My Quaker clearly respects my IRN's behaviors and gives her a wide berth, but another Quaker may not. The fact that my IRN and Quaker are roughly the same size works in my favor, too. You always have to be mindful of size differences and how they may impact relationships and potential fighting.
That really depends on the birds. My Quaker and IRN will sometimes share the same java perch, but will stay on opposite sides to give each other space. If one moves too close, the other moves away or to another perching spot in the room.How would the parrots do outside the cages and on the same tree stand?