Pet Bird — environmental enrichment & exercise (toys, foraging, hiding, exercise, preventing boredom)
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- *[Paraphrased derived summary — non-Open-Access source.]* Insufficient stimulation can lead to problems such as biting, screaming, or feather plucking.
- *[Paraphrased derived summary — non-Open-Access source.]* Small food pieces can be hidden around the cage for the bird to forage.
- *[Paraphrased derived summary — non-Open-Access source.]* Like people, birds need exercise to stay healthy.
- *[Paraphrased derived summary — non-Open-Access source.]* The cage should let the bird move freely, with perches and toys to keep it active.
- *[Paraphrased derived summary — non-Open-Access source.]* Avoid mirror toys, which can confuse and stress birds.
- *[Paraphrased derived summary — non-Open-Access source.]* Playing music or leaving a TV on nearby can help keep a bird entertained.
- *[Paraphrased derived summary — non-Open-Access source.]* Birds should be allowed out of the cage to exercise, but only when safe and supervised.
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- https://www.merckvetmanual.com/bird-owners/choosing-and-taking-care-of-a-pet-bird