Choosing a Bird Cages for your Conure
It is important to get your cage & supplies BEFORE you get your Conure. Get the biggest cage your budget can afford, since more room is always better than less room when it comes to birds. Be sure to get a cage with bar spacing anywhere between 1/2” to 3/4” but no bigger than 3/4” so that the bird’s head does not get stuck between the bars.
Conures prefer wide areas to move around in rather than tall, thin ones they can just climb. When you bring your Conure home, put her in the cage & leave her undisturbed for at least 1 day while she gets used to her new home, but don’t forget to converse with her to make her feel welcome.
Cages that hang are not recommended for Conures. The swinging of the cage disturbs the bird causing them to stop eating. Conures do not like to be looked down on, so be sure the cage is on a stand and is about chest high. Likewise, circular cages are not recommended because your bird will not be able to find a safe corner to snuggle into and go to sleep. Your bird will never get a good rest if he/she doesn’t feel safe and comfortable.
Conures love playgyms, so having a playtop cage is a good option to look at.
For a single, small Conure, the minimum cage size would be about 28” x 22” x 30”. A larger Conure would need something bigger, minium of 36” x 28” x 34”. Giving your bird double her wingspan as the width of the cage is ideal. Putting two conures in this size cage would be a bit cramped so you would definitely want a larger cage no smaller than 36” x 28” x 34” for small conures; a cage 40” x 30” x 45” would be much better for 2 birds. Still, it is always best to get the biggest cage your budget can afford. Remember that the entire cage should be cleaned at least once a week.
It’s best to find a cage that has one large door and 2 or 3 smaller feeding doors.
Conures are smart, so get cages with parrot proof latches. Horizontal bars are important to have on a cage so the birds can climb around on the sides of the cage. Conures spend most of their time walking around on the floor of the cage, so be sure it’s sturdy.
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