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Birds are very popular as pets in India. They are adorable, interactive, smart, friendly-thus very well suited as companions. According to , the population of pet birds in India amounted to over 150 thousand in the year 2018.
If you have never had a bird as a pet, it will be difficult for you to settle on one. But relax, we are here to help. Read this article to know about some of the best bird species that can be suitable for you.
(Disclaimer: We are not legal advisors. This article has been written based on documented articles, laws, acts, and citations, and may not extensively cover all available species of birds. This website and the author will not be responsible for any kind of legal troubles.Please consult a professional law expert before choosing a bird as your pet, to avoid any kind of trouble)
Can I keep birds legally in India?
Most Indian bird species are illegal as pets in India. The Wildlife Protection Act says that no one can keep wild birds as pets. Anyone taking care of such birds must either hand them over to the forest department or release them in forests, lakes and parks.
In India, local birds are not supposed to be kept as pets. But, exotic birds such as budgerigars and cockatoos are allowed to be kept as pets. It is common for people to keep parrots as pets but this is illegal, as is keeping mynas and finches that are trapped from the wild and sold in markets.
List of birds that are allowed as pets on India
Here is a list of the best birds as pets. See which pet birds sound right for you, and then follow these expert tips to choose one. Some people may find that the pet bird they’ve chosen is too noisy or time-consuming for their lifestyle. Then they get frustrated and give the birds away. That’s why it’s so important you
Cockatiel
Budgie or budgerigar
Zebra Finch Bird
Love Birds
Conure bird
Dove (Columbidae)
Macaw birds
Parrotlet birds
Canary birds
Mandarin duck
Golden pheasant
Rainbow lorikeet
Palm Cockatoo
Toucan
How to create bonding with your pet bird?
As like every other pets, birds too take time to bond with their owner. Here are some quick suggestions.
Keep your voice soft and inviting
It is important to keep your voice soft when you are meeting your new pet bird. This will keep the bird calm. Loud noises can scare them. If your voice is calm and inviting, the bird will listen intently to you while you speak.
Offer them their favourite treat
Offer your pet bird their favourite treat like vegetables, fruits, etc. They love tasty treats and if you give them treat often, they will be your friend. It is not bad to bribe your new friend to help him understand that you are friendly.
Make sure to treat them with healthy treats and do not give them treats too often.
Let them relax comfortably
When you are bonding with your bird it is important to take them out of their safe zone. Make sure this time is happy. While they are out of their cage, try to make another room away from their safe space so that they can take refuge in there.
For them, their cage is a safe space, but you should bring them comfort too. Make good connections with your pet bird.
Pet birds need time to get used to their new surroundings and the owner. Thus, make sure to be very patient with them while they get used to.
Make slow movements and create a relaxing surrounding for your bird to feel safe. If you start off with a scare, it becomes harder to connect with your pet.
Offer them toys and leave their cage unlocked so that they consider them safe. Play music for them at a low volume.
Some pet birds even like to dance on their favourite music. Create a bonding experience by carrying them on your shoulder. Also, spend quality time with your pet and be friends with them.
We hope to have helped you know more about pet birds. Make sure to check the list of common pet birds in India because the local birds are illegal to keep.
If you are a first time pet bird owner, we have mentioned special guidelines for beginners that you can check to make sure that you have made an informed decision.
Originally published at https://www.petfather.in on September 15, 2021.
