Before I got my cockatiels, I found out about the lamp and got it- in Finland wintertime there is many many days, we don't even see the sun. So it's really important! Luckily they are healthy and active creatures all the time 😅

@TheParrotTeacher

2 ай бұрын

Sounds like it’s benefiting them!

First you have me buying toys and now an additional UV lamp. Appreciate your wisdom as always!

@TheParrotTeacher

2 ай бұрын

Glad the video was useful!

The problem with most lamps is that they dont include the cable management and light safety adjustments from the get-go which i think should be industry standard for sth geared for the incredibly fragile birds and parrots they are produced for! Their installation is also often not made for the distance that gets the birds their benefits and instead for the humans benefit in their home. Its frustrating. I managed to find a brand that had a stainless steel cable around the cable and a grit in front of the light just in cage with other safety adjusters optional if needed (included!!) and since then ive been side-eyeying arcadia disappointedly for not including that despite having the same price point and company size as the other one.

@TheParrotTeacher

2 ай бұрын

Honestly, you aren’t wrong in your observations. The quality of the light and reflector itself from Arcadia is great but they definitely could include some more elements to make it easier for the end user and for easier safety management!

@duniaundso6649

2 ай бұрын

@@TheParrotTeacher i do agree on the quality, i have the same lamp you showed myself!

@CasaVipera

2 ай бұрын

This is also my problem, our Eclectus already demolished a lampkit, shorted the whole house out and burned her beak. The Arcadia sets are nice, but very "fragile" when you have large freeroaming psittachines.. 😮

Really looking forward to hearing more about how UV helps partially sighted birds! I have a blind, chronic egg laying cockatiel. She has been laying every month for the last 2 years. Bought a UV lamp to help manage her condition but haven't been using it so much as wasn't sure how best to use it! If you could link me to any research/info would appreciate it!

@TheParrotTeacher

2 ай бұрын

Sadly this isn’t something that has research behind it only what I’ve noticed from consultations and from discussion with other owners! The theory is if they have any sight at all even shadows the uv helps them see at least a little! It’s had a lot of anecdotal success so far!

thanks, great info.

@TheParrotTeacher

2 ай бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

Thank you for this! I bought a UV lamp for my cockatiel after we moved downstairs to the basement apartment where he gets very little natural light. Until I can get him outside more in the summer months, it seems to be doing the trick and keeping him on a regular activity schedule. Thankfully I haven't heard or read any of the negativity and I think I'll continue to avoid it. Thanks again!

@TheParrotTeacher

2 ай бұрын

Probably best as much of it is scare mongering or due to improper usage of the products! If it’s from a good brand and you use it responsibly it’s a great addition, especially for your situation!

I've always been tempted to buy a UV lamp. This video has lots of great information. Thanks so much for your candor!

@TheParrotTeacher

2 ай бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

Thanks for yet another great video! I have the same UV lamp model bit haven’t been able to attach the stand/black arm part on my cage because the screw is too short. You mentioned that there are ways around it. I’d love to hear some tips!

@TheParrotTeacher

2 ай бұрын

Buying a similar size longer screw is the easiest fix! It’d make it a bit more stable!

Hi Everyone-- Happy to see this video. Very informative!! After researching I got one for Spidey. Wanted to keep her away from the windows since I can feel drafts coming thru them. I got one that the cord is wrapped with flexible metal so no chance for a Conure to bite thru and get electrocuted. I am going to see about leaving them on for a shorter time during the day. She can be quite cheeky at times.Will see if it makes that better.I'll let you know!! As always Thanks for the great videos!!!!

@TheParrotTeacher

2 ай бұрын

Hope it works out well for you and nice one on the extra safety considerations! Do let me know!

Great video! :D

@TheParrotTeacher

2 ай бұрын

Thanks! 😁

i started using the same uv lamp about 6 months ago. i noticed a huge shift i her behavior, much more active and curious. it has even seems to help some hormonal behavior. this spring has been the smoothest one yet!

@TheParrotTeacher

2 ай бұрын

Sounds like it’s been a useful product for you!

Thank you for this! We noticed when we stopped using one that our bird started overpreening and seemed a bit hormonal. We took it away for the summer, hoping to take him outside most days, but then the temperatures started soaring and there were fires nearby. When he missed over a week of UV light, his behavior changed for the worse, so we're back at it! The tips here are really helpful.

@TheParrotTeacher

12 күн бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

I have a photo sensitivity condition so I’m unable to have any uv light around. I learned budgies rely on uv light to find mates which makes me very upset that I was unaware of this before I got my budgies. I’m concerned about my birds, I do give the vitamins but I am considering having a uv lamp that I could have on for certain amount of time while I’m not in the room since they need it but it’s life threatening to me.

@TheParrotTeacher

Ай бұрын

Obviously it’s a major concern for you and understandably! Regarding vitamins there are other ways to provide vitamin d for them. For example being out in sunlight for a while or foods that have it in them! As for their vision yes they do see in that spectrum (I have a video on that topic) but they can get on fine with normal light too. You could consider the option of having one on for limited periods but do consider your own safety too!

@partyofnone159

Ай бұрын

@@TheParrotTeacher Right I can look into foods that could help them! Yeah, it’s a bit complicated, I wouldn’t say the lighting in my home is normal since it only puts off roughly 1-2% uv (I have a device that reads uv rays) and you have to be basically touching the light bulb to feel that mild uv. My birds aren’t blind I’m sure but I do think it’s more like trying to constantly read or navigate with only faint light which is not good for humans long term so I doubt it’s good for birds. Gonna definitely look into what I can do for them without risking my health and safety, I want to give my birds the best life I can! I’ll check out that video! I’ve been trying to find out more about how birds are affected and need uv light but it’s hard to find any real information out there. Thank you for the information! I appreciate it a lot!

@TheParrotTeacher

Ай бұрын

Glad it’s useful and if you have further questions do let me know!

Muy buen dato

@TheParrotTeacher

2 ай бұрын

Thank you!

I have a parrotlet who has become very aggressive and hormonal since last fall. Would getting one of these lamps help him at all?

@TheParrotTeacher

22 күн бұрын

Possibly, but it’d also be worth working out exactly why they have become like that!

Hi David, great video, thanks for your work! I've just bought an Arcadia PureSun Mini Bird Lighting Kit from Northern Parrots, using the link in your description... how do I know that you'll get your well-earned commission for recommending this product? There's nothing highlighting an affiliate link in the address bar when checking out on Northern Parrots website. Thanks again.

@TheParrotTeacher

2 ай бұрын

Hopefully it works well for you and your flock! Regarding the affiliate hopefully we will but if not it’s no big deal!

Great, informative video, as always! What's your opinion on the efficacy of the uvb within the lamp running out after a period of time? Was that something you came across during your research?

@TheParrotTeacher

2 ай бұрын

It just needs to be replaced after a set period as they do definitely become less effective over time!

@thepathfinderpony

2 ай бұрын

@@TheParrotTeacher The conures will be getting an upgrade and Twinkle will have their current one. I feel I need to get her more interested in her chop, so maybe a light will help with that!

@TheParrotTeacher

2 ай бұрын

It’s definitely possible! They do sometimes get more interested when foods look different!

What do you think of radio if away? I have two budgies next to my conure. I mean for like 6 hours. Should I leave the radio on or what would you do?

@TheParrotTeacher

2 ай бұрын

The radio? That depends on what’s on the radio! And if it annoys them?

Any thoughts on the amounts of UV radiation from these T5 lamps? For reptiles there's 6%, up to 14% uvb. Why use 2,7% for birds? There using the same sun outside ain't they?

@TheParrotTeacher

2 ай бұрын

It’s said to be because they have thinner skin and corneas so it’s to help protect them from issues or eye damage!

Is this very different to a 3000K LED lamp? I have 5 (40w equivalent) in a chandelier near to my birds cage. It's a north facing room so, although his cage is by the window, the room is quite dim so the lamps are really needed during the day to brighten the space.

@TheParrotTeacher

2 ай бұрын

So the short reply is yes! A led will illuminate and serves to produce light but it doesn’t produce any significant quantity of uv light! So it depends what you want it for? If it’s just to light up the space then it’s fine! If it’s to provide uv then no it’s not serving its purpose!

I have a cockatiel that likes to mess up his tail featherss what would you recommend to do about that? Is there anything that would make my bird stop . Thank you for any thought you might have 😊

@TheParrotTeacher

16 күн бұрын

Hey there, it depends on how! Is it via plucking? Over preening? The solutions would depend on the problem!

@ilonaking2972

15 күн бұрын

@@TheParrotTeacher Over preening .

@TheParrotTeacher

15 күн бұрын

I have a video on plucking if watch but honestly I don’t like to give plucking advice via comments as it’s often very complex!

@ilonaking2972

15 күн бұрын

@@TheParrotTeacher Thank you I love watching your videos❤️