Caique For Sale
Our Caique for sale family, including the White Bellied Caique (Pionites leucogaster), Black Headed Caique (Pionites melanocephalais), and the rarer Lime Green Thigh Caique, is known for its vibrant colors and playful, clown-like personalities. These parrots are not just visually stunning but also make excellent companions due to their engaging behaviors.
Types of Caiques for Sale
When looking for a Caique for sale, you’ll typically encounter two popular varieties:
White Bellied Caique (Pionites leucogaster): Originating from South America, this species is known for its bright plumage and lively personality. They usually weigh around 150-170 grams and reach a length of 9-10 inches. Their diet in the wild includes a variety of fruits and seeds.
Black Headed Caique (Pionites melanocephalais): Like the White Bellied, the Black Headed Caique is equally playful and colorful. These birds are relatively quiet, though they can mimic sounds, learn whistles, and produce high-pitched calls.
Lime Green Thigh Caique: This rarer variety is a cross between the White Bellied Caique and its subspecies, the Green Thigh Caique. The main difference is the color of their legs, with Lime Green Thigh Caiques having greener legs compared to the more common yellow.
Why Choose a Caique?
Caiques are ideal pets for those who want an active and entertaining bird. Known as the “clowns” of the parrot world, their bold personalities are matched by their vivid colors. They are relatively quiet compared to other parrots, making them suitable for homes where noise levels need to be controlled. Caiques have an oil preening gland that helps them maintain their feathers, making them a potential option for people with allergies.
Training and Socialization
When you find a Caique for sale from a reputable breeder, the birds typically undergo basic training during the weaning process. Our Caiques learn essential commands like “Step-Up” and start “recall” training, which helps them come back to you when called. By the time they are fully weaned at around 16 weeks, they are well-socialized, having interacted with humans multiple times daily, and are ready to move to their new forever homes.
Diet and Nutrition
A healthy diet is crucial for a Caique’s well-being. Our Caiques are primarily weaned on Roudybush Adult Maintenance pellets, available in mini or crumble size. We provide a sample of these pellets to new owners to help transition the bird smoothly. If you prefer a seed mix, it’s essential to choose one formulated for cockatiels, conures, or parrots with a focus on safflower seeds rather than sunflower seeds, which are high in fat.
In addition to pellets, fruits and vegetables play a vital role in a Caique’s diet. Suitable options include strawberries, apples, bananas, peeled kiwi, mango, cranberries, oranges, grapes, grapefruit, broccoli, peas, carrots, green beans, and kale. Sprouted seeds and Nutri-Berries make excellent treats, and a small piece of millet spray daily can help ease their transition into a new home.
Hydration and Bathing
Caiques can drink from water bottles or dishes. They also enjoy taking baths in dishes or with a light misting of water. Proper hydration and cleanliness are essential for maintaining their vibrant plumage and overall health.
Determining Gender
Caiques are not sexually dimorphic, meaning males and females look alike. To determine the sex of a Caique, DNA testing is required. We DNA test all our Caiques and provide a certificate with the bird’s band number and hatch date for your records.
Finding the perfect Caique for sale involves more than just selecting a beautiful bird; it’s about choosing a lifelong companion with a playful spirit and a vibrant personality. Whether you’re interested in the White Bellied Caique, Black Headed Caique, or the rare Lime Green Thigh Caique, each bird is raised with care and comes with the training and socialization necessary to become a beloved member of your family. Contact us today to learn more about our available Caiques and make one a part of your home!