How to Care for a Peach-Front Conure

The peach fronted conure is able to repeat noise and has some talking ability. This bird has a peach front and a black beak which differentiates it from its close relative the half-moon conure. Conures require a large commitment but can make extraordinary pets by following the steps below.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Enclosure
• Substrate
• Perches
• Bird toys
• Seed
• Pellets
• Spray millet
• Food and water bowls
• Dilute bleach cleaner

1. Purchase an enclosure that is at least 20 inches tall by 20 inches wide and 30 inches deep. The conure needs to be able to stretch it's a wings a little. A cage with a "playground" on top of it is a plus.

2. Place a substrate that is easily cleaned like corn cob in the bottom of your bird cage.

3. Keep the cage in an area that has a relatively stable temperature. Avoid drafts and direct sunlight when you place the cage.

4. Add several perches and chew toys to the cage. Play gyms and other toys are good to entertain your bird when you are away.

5. Feed your conure a mixture of fortified seed, commercial pellets and fresh fruits and veggies. You can also feed spray millet as a treat to your conure.

6. Provide access to fresh clean non-chlorinated water at all times.

7. Change the substrate daily as well as the water and food. Clean the entire cage along with all bowls perches and toys once a month with a dilute bleach mix.

8. Spend time on a regular basis with your bird. They will crave your attention and you should fulfill their desire to be around you as much as possible.

Tips & Warnings

• Use both cement perches and natural perches to promote the health of your bird's feet.
• Take your bird to a veterinarian annually to ensure proper health. Also make special trips any time your bird shows signs of illness.
• Be sure to completely rinse away all bleach when cleaning before placing the bird back in its cage or it could be killed by the fumes.
• Do not feed your peach fronted conure avocados, chocolate, alcohol or caffeine because these substances are toxic to your bird.