-=> Quoting Rich Veraa to Pete Hopping <=-
 RV> In a message to All, Pete Hopping wrote:
 
 PH> I have a question on how parrots behave on bird stands. In general,
 PH> will parrots with clipped wings stay on bird stands or on gyms
 PH> without restraints or will they climb off of them?
 RV> Probably some species will be content to stay on a stand..
 
 PH> I'm currently looking at a juvenile umbrella cockatoo that's known
 PH> to be destructive already. He's also a biter, but I
 RV> But 'toos are far too inquisitive to stay put.  You can use a T-stand
 RV> when you're around, especially if the bird has a window to look out or
 RV> something -- but as soon as you turn your back, expect him or her to
 RV> shimmy down the pole (unless you've installed a maritime rat guard on
 RV> it). 
 
That's what I figured. Hmm, I MIGHT be able to surround the stand 
with clear acrylic sheets set high enough that the bird can't jump
to the top of it and get down. No way for it to climb. The sheets
are cheap enough that if it doesn't work, I'm not out of much money.
 
 PH> I spend a lot of time in the den but
 PH> there's no room in the den for a cage. I can put a stand in
 PH> there or a gym though, but my back will be to the bird and
 PH> I won't be able to properly observe the bird if it climbs
 RV> Put a mirror on the wall in front of you.
 Then I'd have to stare at my ugly face! (grin). Thanks for the
 info. You did give me an idea. If it works, I'll let you know.
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