Parrots are extremely intelligent and social birds. When they live in their natural environment, they display a variety of interesting behaviors, one of which is self-cleaning. Parrots have a strong tendency towards cleanliness, and if their feathers become dirty and left uncleaned for a long time, they will feel itchy and often peck at their feathers. Dirty feathers attract insects, which can cause severe feather loss and skin ulcers. Therefore, parrots need regular baths.

When bathing a parrot, it is best to wash it two to three times a week. If the weather is hot, take a shower every other day. It is important to choose a sunny or breezy day to bathe your parrot. Additionally, it is important to keep your parrot warm after bathing. Getting cold may cause your parrot to catch a cold.

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Benefits of bathing

1. Feather cleaning and hygiene: Bathing helps parrots keep their feathers clean. When parrots take a bath, they use their beaks and wings to splash water, allowing the water to penetrate into their feathers and remove dust, dirt and aging skin cells. This helps keep feathers clean and tidy.

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Regulating body temperature

Another reason why parrots clean themselves is to regulate their body temperature. Parrots are tropical birds that are very sensitive to temperature changes. When parrots feel hot, they lower their body temperature by wetting their feathers. The evaporation of wet feathers helps the parrot dissipate internal heat and cool down. Additionally, in colder environments, parrots gain an added layer of insulation from wet feathers because the drying process generates heat.

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Provide entertainment and stimulation

Bathing is a fun and exciting activity for your parrot. Many parrots enjoy splashing and playing in the water, experiencing the feel and flow of it. This provides them with a source of joy and entertainment, helping to relieve boredom and anxiety.

Remember to use appropriate methods and tools when bathing your parrot. A bathtub, spray bottle, bath tray or shower head can be used, depending on your parrot's preferences and adaptability. Also, make sure the water temperature is appropriate and avoid using water that is too hot or too cold. Additionally, some parrots may not like water baths, so you can try providing a wet towel or letting them groom themselves.