Keeping Your Parrot Warm & Happy Through a UK Winter: 5 Expert Tips
By Pure Feather Aviary | London’s Parrot Specialists As the nights draw in and the British temperature drops, us humans naturally reach for the thermostat and the woolly jumpers. But for our feathered companions, who originate from the humid rainforests of Africa, South America, and Indonesia, a UK winter presents a specific set of challenges. With over 9 years of experience hand-rearing exotic birds in London, we know that keeping a parrot healthy from November to March requires more than just cranking up the heat. In fact, central heating can sometimes cause more problems than the cold itself if not managed correctly. Here are our 5 expert tips to ensure your parrot stays safe, warm, and mentally stimulated this winter. 1. Banishing the "Draft" (Not Just the Cold) Many new owners assume that if the room thermometer reads 20°C, the bird is fine. However, the real killer in UK homes is the draft . A cage placed near a single-glazed window, a conservatory door, or a hallway...