my first ringneck

[newy]

I have been looking at all your lovely ringnecks and worrying ours looks so rough looking compared to everyones.
We got her well we was told its a her from a auction in a village hall in the uk.I really need advice on how to help get her in better condition so she will be happy.Its our first ringneck and we are new to birds so please could anyone help ?????.

[catschair]

Is she molting? Mine look pretty beat up right now, but I know they will be better when their feathers grow in. A good diet, exercise and light are probably the things she needs most (and love, but she obviously has that). Keep reading in this forum and other sources and I am sure she will come around -- it takes a little while for them to show an improvement. Congrats on your new baby!

[newy]

thanks for repling im not sure i havent had birds before just fell in love with her.She is a mix of bright yellow then pale yellow but seems bald under her wings.
What would make a good diet fo rher

[christie99]

A good qualitiy pellet should be available at all times, as well as seed, fresh fruits and veggies, and healthy human foods. Please research what is not safe for them to eat.

You will need a good sized cage, I cage my ringneck in an African Grey sized cage. They are very smart and will learn to open doors, so get one that locks.

You will need lots of toys for her to chew up and destroy.

Go to Indian Ringneck.com for more care tips and remember to ask lots of questions!!

[fluffy_stitch]

she could be moulting,mine is going through a bit of a molt again now too and she looks pretty rough right now.

[Aces Wild]

Like the others say, it may be due to molting or diet related. Just make sure your baby is on a good diet and the feathers should start looking better, especially after the next molt.

I would love to see pictures, even if she is a little "rough" !