I always chuckle a bit when I read this type of response. I raise Pacific
Parrotlets. Wing span maybe 6-8 inches tip to tip, small cage wouldn't you
say? LOL

Bob Wheeler


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> "richvw1"  wrote in message
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>> hi,i was giving a bird cage it is 18 inches each side all the way
>> around and 24 inches top to bottom.is this ok for athis type of parrot
>> thanx rich.email me if possible richvw1{at}aol.com    thanx rich
>>
> http://www.theparrotsocietyuk.org/frames.htm
>
> As a rough guide, the bird needs to be able to fully open both wings and
> flap without hitting the sides.
>
> The way to buy a bird is to decide what you want, then buy a suitable
> cage.
> Not get given a cage and wonder what you can fit in it. Do you know the
> history of the cage? What was in it? How old is it? What is the bar
> spcaing?
> Is it easy to clean? Has anything diseased been in it?
> I personally wouldn't use a secondhand cage.
>
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