Rosellas - Active flying artist with a powerful beak
Species-appropriate husbandry – How to make them feel comfortable
Keeping in Pairs
Rosellas should be kept in pairs at a minimum. Keeping them individually is not species-appropriate and can lead to behavioral disorders.
Spacious Aviary
The aviary should be at least 400 × 100 × 200 cm (L × W × H) in size. For up to two additional pairs, a 50% increase in floor space is required. The setup should include natural branches, perches, and sheltered sleeping areas.
Daily Free Flight
A free flight space of at least 10 m³ is required. The space should be designed to be safe and structured to support their natural need for movement.
Bathing and Sand Facilities
Rosellas require regular bathing opportunities for feather care. Both water and sand baths should always be accessible.
Cleanliness & Hygiene
🧼 Weekly change
💦 Bathing areas in view
A clean environment is essential for the health of Rosellas:
Daily Freshness
Food and water containers must be cleaned daily. Bedding and heavily soiled areas should also be removed regularly.
Weekly Deep Cleaning
The substrate should be completely replaced once a week. With many birds or intensive use, more frequent cleaning is advisable.
Hygienic Bathing
Water and sand baths must remain hygienic. Only then can the birds maintain their plumage and stay healthy.
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Nutrition
🥦 Vegetables & fruit
🧂 Minerals & grit
Rosellas require a balanced diet consisting of high-quality seed mix for parakeets, supplemented with fresh vegetables, fruits, and occasional sprouted seeds. Grit and mineral stones aid digestion. Fresh water must always be available.
Seeds as a Base
A high-quality seed mix for parakeets forms the basis. It covers the animals’ energy requirements and matches their natural preferences.
Fresh Food Supplements
Vegetables, fruits, and sprouted seeds provide important vitamins. They promote the animals’ health, vibrant plumage, and vitality.
Ensure Minerals
Grit and mineral stones aid digestion. Fresh water should always be available to the birds.
Activity
⁉️ Encouraging curiosity
🌿 New branches
These curious birds need a variety of employment opportunities:
Rosellas are very active and curious – they love to climb, bathe, and explore their surroundings. Climbing branches, swings, varied perches, and natural materials stimulate movement. Particularly exciting: hidden feeding spots and new branches in the flight area.
Active Design
Climbing branches, swings, and perches provide opportunities for movement. They make the aviary more varied and stimulate the animals.
Satisfy Curiosity
Rosellas are very active. They love to play together, explore their surroundings, and utilize them in varied ways.
Daily Stimulation
Fresh branches, hidden feeding spots, and natural materials provide variety. This keeps the birds occupied and content.
