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This page brings together cages and stands for parrots: large rolling metal bird cages from about 45 to 64 inches tall, cages with openable or play tops and toy hooks, cages with storage shelves, wide cages with room for wingspan, a wooden outdoor aviary house, and freestanding parrot perch stands with feed bowls and wheels. They suit cockatiels, conures, African greys, Amazons and other parrots. The guide below covers cage size and bar spacing by species.
Bar spacing matters most
Bar spacing is a safety issue. If the gaps are too wide, a bird can push its head through and become trapped; if they are too narrow for a large parrot, the bars may be too thin for its beak. The Merck Veterinary Manual gives about half an inch for budgies, cockatiels, lovebirds and parrotlets, and about three-quarters of an inch for conures, African greys, Amazons and small cockatoos.
Large macaws and large cockatoos need around one and a half inches with heavier-gauge bars. Check the listed spacing for every cage against your species before buying, rather than relying on the cage's name.
Cage size by species
Bigger is better for every parrot. Merck lists minimum cage sizes of about 20 by 20 by 30 inches for budgies and cockatiels, 36 by 24 by 48 inches for conures and similar mid-sized parrots, 40 by 30 by 60 inches for African greys and Amazons, and 48 by 36 by 66 inches for macaws and large cockatoos.
Width matters as much as height. A parrot should be able to fully spread and flap its wings without touching the sides. Cages here with extra width for wingspan and play tops suit birds who spend a lot of time inside.
Play tops, stands and wheels
Play-top cages have a perch, toy hooks or a small gym on the roof, giving your bird an out-of-cage area that is still part of its home. Openable tops let a bird climb out to sit on top. Rolling bases with lockable wheels make it easy to move a heavy cage for cleaning.
Freestanding parrot stands with perches, bowls and a tray give a supervised hangout spot in another room. They are not a replacement for a cage but add variety and time out each day, which parrots need for exercise and social contact.
Setting up and placing the cage
Offer perches of different diameters and materials so feet are exercised, place food and water away from perches above them, and add toys to chew, forage and climb. Rotate toys weekly to keep your bird interested. Cover the grate and tray with paper for easy cleaning.
Place the cage in a room where the family spends time, against a wall for security, away from drafts, direct sun and the kitchen, since fumes from nonstick cookware can be dangerous to birds. Outdoor aviaries need shade, shelter and protection from predators. See an avian vet if your bird fluffs up, stops eating or changes its droppings.
What bar spacing does a parrot cage need?
About half an inch for budgies, cockatiels and lovebirds, about three-quarters of an inch for conures, African greys and Amazons, and around one and a half inches for macaws and large cockatoos.
How big should a parrot cage be?
As large as you can fit. Minimums range from about 20 by 20 by 30 inches for cockatiels to 48 by 36 by 66 inches for macaws. Your bird should spread its wings without touching the sides.
Is a play-top cage worth it?
Yes, for many parrots. A play top gives an extra area to climb and perch outside the cage itself, which adds exercise and variety. Supervise your bird while it is on top.
Where should I put my parrot's cage?
In a room where the family spends time, against a wall, away from drafts, direct sun and kitchen fumes. Parrots are social and do poorly when isolated in a quiet room.
Can a parrot live in an outdoor aviary?
Some parrots enjoy outdoor aviary time in suitable weather. The aviary needs shade, shelter from rain and wind, secure mesh and protection from predators. Bring birds in during extreme weather.