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Diverse Agaporniden

Unknown · Young · 1 year

Our lovebirds are lively and sociable birds, brimming with energy and curiosity. They are active, alert, and nimble, making them exceptionally entertaining companions. At the same time, however, they are quite sensitive and may become anxious or easily startled in new situations. This is especially evident in our hand-reared birds, whose curiosity shines through despite their initial uncertainty and caution. These birds are vocal and can brighten their surroundings with their singing; at times, their volume can even be quite noticeable. Due to their social nature, it’s crucial not to keep lovebirds alone—only in the company of their own kind do they feel truly comfortable and at home. Since lovebirds are highly energetic, they require a spacious aviary and a securely enclosed environment to fully enjoy their freedom of movement. It’s also particularly important that they have sufficient mental stimulation—without engaging their minds, they tend to destroy things because they simply aren’t kept busy enough. When their needs are met, lovebirds make affectionate and varied companions that bring great joy to any home! Pair bonding required: Adoptions can only be arranged for pairs or groups. Adoption options: We welcome inquiries about adopting as single pairs or in groups. Single housing not permitted: Keeping lovebirds individually is not allowed.

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Unsere Agaporniden sind lebhafte und gesellige Vögel, die voller Energie und Neugier stecken. Sie sind aktiv, aufgeweckt und flink, was sie zu äusserst unterhaltsamen Gefährten macht. Dabei sind sie jedoch auch sehr empfindlich und können in neuen Situationen ängstlich oder schreckhaft reagieren. Insbesondere bei unseren Handaufzuchten zeigt sich ihre Neugier, obwohl sie anfangs noch unsicher und vorsichtig sein können. Die Tiere sind lautstark und können mit ihrem Gesang die Umgebung erhellen, wobei sie in ihrer Lautstärke auch manchmal durchaus auffällig sind. Aufgrund ihrer geselligen Natur ist es wichtig, Agaporniden nicht alleine zu halten – sie fühlen sich nur in der Gesellschaft ihrer Artgenossen wohl und sind dann in ihrem Element. Da Agaporniden sehr lebendig sind, benötigen sie eine grosse Voliere und ein gut gesichertes Umfeld, um ihre Bewegungsfreiheit ausleben zu können. Besonders wichtig ist auch, dass sie ausreichend geistige Herausforderungen haben – ohne Kopfarbeit neigen sie dazu, Dinge zu zerstören, da sie dann nicht genug beschäftigt sind. Wenn ihre Bedürfnisse beachtet werden, sind Agaporniden liebevolle und abwechslungsreiche Begleiter, die viel Freude in jedes Zuhause bringen! Paarhaltung erforderlich: Eine Adoption kann nur in Paaren oder Gruppen erfolgen. Adoptionsmöglichkeiten: Wir freuen uns über Anfragen zur adoption als Einzelpaar oder in Gruppen. Einzelhaltung nicht gestattet: Eine Einzelhaltung ist nicht erlaubt.

Size
Age
Young · 1 year
Location
🇨🇭Basel
Shelter
Tierheim beider Basel
Living with Diverse Agaporniden
  • Good with dogs
Cared for by Tierheim beider Basel · Basel

Listed 1 month ago

About Diverse Agaporniden

What life with Diverse Agaporniden looks like

Diverse Agaporniden is a young adult bird waiting at Tierheim beider Basel in Basel.

Birds are long-lived, social, and noisy. The species and individual history matter enormously — ex-companion parrots can carry strong attachments and trauma. Ask the shelter about their daily routine, diet, and whether they'd do best alone or with a flockmate.

🇨🇭Adopting from Switzerland

Swiss shelters require a home visit (Platzkontrolle) and proof of suitable accommodation. Cantons each have their own additional dog-keeping requirements (e.g. SKN training in some areas). Animals leave sterilized and chipped.

Basel, Switzerland browse more birds in Switzerland.

Frequently asked

Adopting Diverse Agaporniden, answered.

How do I contact the shelter about Diverse Agaporniden?
Use the phone, email, or website link in the sidebar of this page. Tierheim beider Basel handles screening and the adoption contract directly — TailHarbor doesn't broker the conversation. When you reach out, mention you saw Diverse Agaporniden on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.
Can I adopt Diverse Agaporniden if I live in another country?
Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad — Tierheim beider Basel will tell you what they need (EU pet passport, rabies titer, transport coordination) and whether they handle transport themselves or refer you to a partner. Plan for an extra €100–€350 in transport costs depending on distance.
Is Diverse Agaporniden already vetted, vaccinated, and chipped?
Most birds on TailHarbor leave their shelter with sterilization, current vaccinations, microchip ID, and an EU pet passport included in the adoption fee. The vet status on this page reflects what the shelter has reported — ask them directly if you need details on specific vaccines, recent bloodwork, or chronic conditions.
What happens if Diverse Agaporniden isn't the right fit?
Every reputable rescue accepts an animal back if the adoption genuinely doesn't work — that's part of the standard contract. Talk it through with Tierheim beider Basel early rather than rehoming privately; they know Diverse Agaporniden and can place them more successfully than a second-hand listing can.
Why does the description sometimes read awkwardly?
TailHarbor translates shelter descriptions into English from the source language (DE). Translation is imperfect — names of streets, donors, and shelter-specific terms occasionally slip through unidiomatically. For the cleanest read, click the source link to see the shelter's original page.
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