The Art of Aviculture

Aviculture is the art of breeding birds. Most aviculturalists breed birds for the love of a particular species, to preserve that species, culture and habitat, and to make a profit. Psittaculture is one of the most popular types of aviculture.  Psittaculture, or the breeding of parrots, is increasing as the demand for parrots as pets increases.

Choosing to purchase a specialty parrot from a Psittaculturalist, or parrot breeder, has many benefits.  These benefits include lessening the capturing and trading of wild parrots, assisting in preserving parrot’s natural habitat, receiving a healthy parrot, and knowing a parrot’s personality and background upon purchase.

As the capturing, poaching, and trading of parrots increase, more and more organizations are beginning to emerge to promote public awareness in opposition. These organizations are publically funded with the assistance of parrot breeders.  Parrot breeders can see and understand the need to help parrot species in any way they can. Most reputable parrot breeders do not breed solely for profit, but, rather, they breed for the love of the parrot.

By purchasing a parrot from a parrot breeder, potential parrot owners not only will receive a healthy quality pet, but also will be assisting in preserving a species and doing their part to keep specific parrot breeds off the endangered list.  Specific parrots such as the wild Yellow Headed Amazon Parrot are already on the endangered list.  Thanks to parrot breeders, however, the market for Yellow Headed Amazon Parrots in the United States is increasing and thriving.

When looking for a parrot breeder, potential parrot owners should do their research, view the breeding facilities, and choose a breeder that is not looking just to make money.  By viewing the breeding facilities, a parrot owner will become better informed of parrot breeding practices, cage care, and parrot nutrition.  It is important to discuss a parrot’s diet plan before transitioning them to their new forever home. A parrot breeder should give a detailed list of diet practices and cage care before the time of purchase, so that new owners have time to get ready. Parrots are intelligent pets that stress easily. Choosing a reputable parrot breeder that is willing to work with new owners to transition parrots to their new home will increase the chances of a successful parrot/owner relationship.

Choosing a reputable breeder will allow parrot owners to have the best parrot companion experience possible. Not only will purchasing a parrot from a parrot breeder aid the foundation of the parrot/owner relationship, but will also help to enrich the lives of wild parrots by assisting in the preserving of their species, habitat, and culture.