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NOTICE TO MEMBERS – SALE OF PARROT EGGS & CITES COMPLIANCE

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As the 2026 breeding season approaches, the Parrot Breeders Association of Southern Africa (PASA) reminds all members of the importance of complying with both South African legislation and international regulations governing the keeping, breeding, and trade of parrots. This notice reinforces the guidance previously issued in PASA Bulletin – 25 September 2024 regarding the sale […]

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PASA Parrot Nutrition #7: Foods never to feed, water, reading youre bird’s condition.

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Foods Never to Feed 🚫 Avocado🚫 Chocolate🚫 Alcohol🚫 Caffeine🚫 Onion🚫 Salty junk food🚫 Sugary snacks🚫 Moldy seed 📌 If in doubt, leave it out. Water = Nutrition Too Fresh clean water daily is critical. Change water: ✔ Every morning✔ Again in hot weather✔ More often with chicks Dirty water = disease risk. Reading Your Bird’s

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PASA Parrot Nutrition #5: Molting Season Nutrition

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Goal: Grow strong new feathers. Feathers are mostly made of protein, so nutrition matters greatly. Increase: ✅ Protein moderately✅ Amino acids✅ Omega fats✅ Vegetables rich in vitamins Best Foods: Support: ✔ Bathing opportunities✔ Reduced stress✔ Good sleep Avoid: ❌ Overbreeding during heavy molt❌ Poor seed-only diets 📌 Poor feathers often reflect poor diet.

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Breeding Season Nutrition

PASA Parrot Nutrition #4: Breeding Season Parrot Nutrition

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Goal: Support egg laying, incubation, chick feeding, and parent energy. Increase Energy & Protein: ✅ Quality pellets✅ Soaked/sprouted seed✅ Soft food✅ Cooked grains✅ Egg food✅ Fresh vegetables Essential Nutrients: ✔ Calcium✔ Vitamin D3 (if indoors)✔ Amino acids✔ Clean water daily Important: Breeding pairs feeding chicks need far more calories. Watch For: ❌ Empty seed bowls❌

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PASA Parrot Nutrition #3: Pre-Breeding Conditioning (6–8 Weeks Before Pairing)

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Goal: Prepare birds for reproduction naturally. Increase: ✅ Protein slightly✅ Calcium✅ Vitamin A rich foods✅ Fresh greens✅ Sprouted seeds Best Foods: Cooked legumes Sprouted seed Boiled egg (moderate) Corn Carrot Pumpkin Dark greens Supplements: ✔ Calcium source✔ Mineral block✔ Cuttlefish bone Why? Healthy hens produce better eggs and cocks show stronger fertility. 📌 Condition gradually

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Off Season Nutrition

PASA Parrot Nutrition #2: Off Season Nutrition (Maintenance Period)

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Goal: Allow birds to rest, maintain healthy weight, and recover after breeding. Feed Focus: ✅ High quality pellets (base diet)✅ Mixed vegetables daily✅ Limited seed mix✅ Leafy greens✅ Moderate fruit Best Foods: Carrot Pumpkin Sweet potato Broccoli Spinach (small amounts) Bell peppers Apples Pears Reduce: Sunflower-heavy dietsToo many nutsEgg food dailyHigh-fat treats Tip: Birds should

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PASA Parrot Nutrition #1: Why Seasonal Nutrition Matters

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Parrots do not need the same diet all year round. Their bodies change depending on: ✅ Resting / Off Season✅ Breeding Season✅ Molting / Feather Growth Season✅ Stress / Weather Changes Feeding correctly during each stage improves: ✔ Fertility✔ Strong eggshells✔ Healthy chicks✔ Better feather quality✔ Strong immunity✔ Longer lifespan 📌 Remember: Overfeeding rich foods

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Jong Vlerke, Groot Drome: Die Inspirerende Verhaal van Keadie Jacobs

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Deur PASA – ’n Huldeblyk aan die nuwe generasie papegaai-entoesiaste In die dorpie Stella in Noordwes wys ’n jong seun dat groot drome nie wag vir volwassenheid nie. Op net 11 jaar oud bewys Keadie Jacobs dat passie en toewyding jou kan dra verder as wat jy ooit gedink het. Sy verhaal herinner ons dat

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PASA African Grey Feather Plucking Prevention Guide

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Parrot Association of Southern Africa presents this complete guide to African Grey Feather Plucking prevention, stress reduction, and responsible ownership. African Grey Parrot are among the most intelligent parrots in the world. Their intelligence makes them exceptional companions, but it also means they are highly sensitive to stress, boredom, and routine changes. Because of this,

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African Grey Parrots: Why Responsible South African Breeders Matter

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The African Grey Parrot is one of the most intelligent and admired parrots in the world. Known for remarkable talking ability, emotional sensitivity, and long lifespans, these birds are highly sought after globally. Unfortunately, this popularity has also driven decades of illegal capture, smuggling, and exploitation of wild populations. At the Parrot Association of Southern

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