Parrots are very intelligent and highly social birds. When they live in their natural environment, they display a variety of interesting behaviors, one of which is bathing themselves. Parrots can bathe themselves. Parrots love to be clean very much. If their fur is dirty and they don't take a bath for a long time, they will feel itchy and peck their feathers frequently. If the feather holes are not clean, they will attract insects, which can seriously lead to feather loss and skin ulceration. Therefore, parrots need to be bathed regularly.

When giving a bath to a parrot, it should be done about once a week. Two or three times. If the weather is hot, you can wash it every other day. It is worth noting that when we bathe the parrot, we try to choose a time when the weather is better, with some sun or breeze. Moreover, you should also pay attention to keep your parrot warm after taking a bath. If it catches a cold, it may cause the parrot to catch a cold.

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Benefits of bathing parrots

Cleaning feathers and hygiene: Bathing can help parrots clean their feathers. When parrots bathe, they flap the water with their beaks and wings, allowing the water to penetrate their feathers and remove dust, dirt, and dead skin cells. This helps keep the feathers clean and looking good.

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Regulating body temperature

Another reason why parrots bathe themselves is to regulate their body temperature. Parrots are tropical birds that are very sensitive to changes in temperature. When parrots feel hot, they lower their body temperature by soaking their feathers. The evaporation of wet feathers helps your parrot dissipate body heat, thereby lowering its body temperature. Additionally, in cold environments, parrots will increase their warmth by wetting their feathers because wet feathers lose heat as they dry.

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Provide entertainment and Stimulation

Bathing is an entertaining and stimulating activity for parrots. Many parrots enjoy splashing, playing and jumping in the water, enjoying the feel and flow of the water. This provides them with a way to have fun and entertainment, helping to reduce boredom and anxiety.

Remember, when bathing your parrot, make sure to use appropriate methods and tools. You can use a bathtub, sprayer, bathtub or shower head, etc. Choose the appropriate method according to the parrot's preferences and adaptation. Also, make sure the water temperature is appropriate and avoid using water that is too hot or too cold. Also, some parrots may not like water, so try providing a wet towel or letting them clean their feathers themselves.