Habitat & Supplies
Parrot Intelligence-Boosting Toys (Puzzle Feeders etc.)
1. The Purpose of Intelligence Toys
This type of toy allows the bird to use its problem-solving ability and exert effort to reach a reward. It also extends its attention span and helps it expend energy in a positive way.
2. Puzzle Feeders
In these toys, the bird needs to open a lid, rotate a mechanism, or push a drawer. It must think and experiment to get the treat placed inside. This process is both educational and entertaining.
3. Drawer Toys
Boxes consisting of small compartments that the bird can open with its beak are eye-catching. A peanut or favorite treat placed inside motivates the bird.
4. Rotary Mechanisms
Simple mechanisms that the bird rotates to reach the reward support cognitive development along with muscle skills.
5. Wooden Block Toys
Wooden blocks of different shapes and sizes satisfy the chewing need and can also be turned into various puzzles. In some models, the parrot must put pieces together to reach the goal.
6. Color Discrimination Toys
These toys require the bird to select a certain color from colored beads or objects. If supported by training, these toys can develop the bird's color recognition ability.
7. Hide and Seek Toys
Toys where the reward treat is hidden among paper, string, or fabric scraps stimulate the bird's natural foraging instinct.
8. DIY Intelligence Toys
Creative toys can also be made at home using cardboard boxes, spools, small drawers, and lidded containers.
9. Toy Rotation Frequency
Birds can get bored of routines. Therefore, intelligence toys should be rotated at regular intervals to provide new stimuli.
10. Safety First
Toys must be made of sturdy materials that are too large for the bird to swallow, free of toxic substances, and without sharp edges.
