Frequently Asked Questions

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1. What Types of Exotic Birds Do You Have for Sale?

At Exotic Global Birds Farm, we offer a diverse selection of exotic birds, including Macaws, African Grey Parrots, Cockatoos, Amazon Parrots, and other beautiful bird species, depending on availability. We strive to provide birds that receive attentive care, appropriate socialization, and responsible handling to support their health and well-being.

2. Are Your Birds Hand-Raised and Tame?

Some of our birds may be hand-raised and accustomed to human interaction, depending on their species, age, and individual temperament. We provide information about each bird’s background and socialization to help you choose a companion that suits your lifestyle and experience.

3. Do Your Birds Come With Health Documentation or a Health Guarantee?

We prioritize the health and welfare of the birds we offer. Where applicable, birds may be accompanied by veterinary health certificates and relevant medical records. Any health guarantee will be explained at the time of purchase, including its conditions and limitations. We encourage customers to arrange an examination with an avian veterinarian after receiving their bird.

4. Do You Provide Bird Shipping and Delivery Services?

We can assist with arranging transportation for eligible birds, subject to the destination, species, carrier availability, and applicable regulations. Domestic and international shipments may require special permits, veterinary certificates, or customs documentation. We discuss the available shipping options and requirements with customers before confirming an order.

5. What Is Included With a Bird Purchase?

The items provided with your purchase depend on the bird, the destination, and the terms of your order. Where available and applicable, your purchase may include:

  • Relevant veterinary health documentation.

  • Available vaccination or medical records, where applicable.

  • A basic bird care guide.

  • Starter food or feeding recommendations.

Our goal is to help customers prepare properly for their new bird and make the transition to its new environment as comfortable as possible.

6. How Should I Care for My New Bird?

Exotic birds need appropriate housing, a nutritious diet, clean water, regular cleaning, mental stimulation, and daily opportunities for suitable social interaction. Their specific needs vary according to species, age, and temperament.

Exotic Global Birds Farm can provide general care guidance to help you prepare for your bird’s arrival. We also recommend consulting a qualified avian veterinarian for species-specific nutrition, health checks, and ongoing care.

7. What Foods Are Suitable for Exotic Birds?

A healthy diet depends on the bird’s species and individual needs. Many companion parrots benefit from a balanced, species-appropriate formulated diet supplemented with suitable fresh vegetables and selected fruits. Seeds and nuts may be offered in appropriate quantities when suitable for the species.

Fresh, clean water should always be available. Avoid foods that are toxic to birds, including avocado, chocolate, caffeine, and alcohol. If you are unsure about a particular food, consult an avian veterinarian.

8. What Is the Average Lifespan of Exotic Birds?

The lifespan of an exotic bird varies considerably by species, genetics, diet, environment, and quality of care. Some smaller birds may live for around 10–20 years, while larger parrots, including Macaws and African Greys, can live for several decades and sometimes longer.

Before purchasing a bird, consider the long-term commitment involved, including its housing, enrichment, veterinary care, and social needs throughout its life.

9. Are Exotic Birds Suitable for First-Time Owners?

Certain bird species may be more manageable for beginners, while others require considerable experience, time, and specialized care. Factors such as noise levels, temperament, lifespan, space requirements, and social needs should all be considered.

Our team can help you explore suitable options based on your experience, home environment, available time, and expectations. We encourage every prospective owner to research their preferred species before making a commitment.

10. How Can I Purchase a Bird From Your Farm?

To enquire about purchasing a bird, browse our available listings or contact Exotic Global Birds Farm directly. Our team can help you confirm availability, learn about the bird’s characteristics and care requirements, review the price and payment arrangements, and discuss delivery options.

Orders are confirmed once the necessary details, payment terms, and applicable legal requirements have been addressed.

11. Do You Provide Assistance After the Purchase?

Yes, we aim to assist our customers with general questions after their purchase. Whether you need guidance on feeding, settling in, enrichment, or understanding your bird’s behavior, you can contact our team for support.

For illnesses, injuries, or urgent health concerns, we recommend seeking advice from a qualified avian veterinarian.

12. Why Choose Exotic Global Birds Farm?

At Exotic Global Birds Farm, we aim to provide a reliable and informative purchasing experience built around responsible bird care, clear communication, and customer service.

We strive to help customers understand each bird’s needs, background, and care requirements before purchasing. We also encourage responsible ownership and compliance with applicable wildlife protection, animal welfare, and transportation regulations.

Our goal is to help prospective bird owners make informed decisions and provide suitable, caring homes for their feathered companions.

Thank you for considering Exotic Global Birds Farm. We look forward to assisting you in finding a bird that suits your needs and lifestyle.

No. Even a gentle, well-socialized exotic bird may bite if startled or uncomfortable, potentially causing injury to sensitive areas such as the ears or eyes. We recommend training your bird to perch calmly on your hand and teaching appropriate handling techniques to help you maintain control and ensure safer interactions.

Yes. When non-stick pans get too hot, they release fumes that are extremely poisonous to parrots, and these can kill a bird within seconds. Never let your parrot stay in the kitchen.

I’m afraid that isn’t advisable. While offering a wide range of foods is generally beneficial for parrots, the selection should be restricted to items regarded as nutritious for humans. Chocolate, crisps, pizza, and any heavily sweetened or salted products should be avoided. Avocado is also believed to be poisonous to parrots.

1. What species of parrots are available for purchase?

We offer a diverse selection of exotic parrot species, including Macaws, African Grey Parrots, Cockatoos, Amazons, and many others. Our birds are raised with care, with a focus on their health, temperament, and social development.

2. Are your parrots tame and hand-fed?

Our parrots receive early human interaction and socialization to help them become comfortable around people. Their temperament varies depending on the individual bird, but we aim to help each parrot develop positive social behaviors and adapt well to its new home.

3. Do you provide health guarantees for your parrots?

We prioritize the health and welfare of every bird we offer. Our parrots receive appropriate health assessments, and relevant veterinary documentation is provided where available. Please contact us for details about our health policies and any applicable guarantees.

4. Do you provide domestic and international parrot shipping?

Shipping options depend on your destination and the applicable animal transport regulations. We can help you explore suitable transportation arrangements and explain the requirements for transporting your parrot safely and legally to your location.

5. What comes with the purchase of a parrot?

Depending on the bird and the purchase arrangement, your parrot may come with the following items:

  • Relevant health and veterinary documentation

  • Available vaccination or treatment records, where applicable

  • A practical parrot care guide

  • A starter supply of suitable food

Our goal is to help you prepare for your new companion and make the transition to its new environment as comfortable as possible.

6. What is the best way to care for a new parrot?

Proper parrot care involves providing a nutritious diet, a spacious and secure environment, regular cleaning, mental enrichment, and daily social interaction. We can offer guidance on feeding, housing, enrichment, and general care to help you meet your parrot’s needs.

7. What foods should I give my parrot?

A healthy parrot diet generally includes species-appropriate formulated pellets, fresh vegetables, suitable fruits, and limited quantities of seeds and nuts, depending on the bird’s nutritional requirements. Fresh, clean water should always be available. A balanced diet is essential for maintaining good health, healthy feathers, and overall wellbeing.

8. What is the average lifespan of a parrot?

A parrot’s lifespan depends on its species, genetics, diet, living conditions, and quality of care. Some smaller species may live for approximately 15–20 years, while larger parrots, including Macaws and African Greys, can live for several decades. Choosing a parrot is therefore a long-term commitment that requires careful consideration.

9. Are parrots suitable for first-time bird owners?

Yes, some parrot species can be suitable for beginners, although every bird has different care requirements and personality traits. Factors such as size, noise level, activity, social needs, and lifespan should be considered before making a decision. We can help you identify a species that best matches your experience, lifestyle, and home environment.

10. How can I purchase a parrot?

To inquire about purchasing a parrot, browse the birds available on our website or contact our team directly. We can assist you with species selection, availability, pricing, payment arrangements, and transportation options. Before completing your purchase, make sure you understand the bird’s care requirements and receive the necessary documentation.

11. Will you assist me after I purchase my parrot?

Yes, we aim to provide guidance beyond the initial purchase. You can contact us with questions about nutrition, housing, socialization, training, and common behavioral concerns. We want you to feel prepared and confident as you care for your new feathered companion.

12. Why should I choose your parrot farm?

We aim to promote responsible bird care, transparent communication, and positive customer experiences. Our focus is on helping prospective owners find suitable parrots while emphasizing proper welfare standards, accurate information, and responsible ownership. We encourage customers to ask questions, review available documentation, and understand the responsibilities involved before purchasing a bird.

A bird’s talking ability varies a lot by species. Female Amazons tend to be more skilled talkers than males, though both sexes will pick up some speech when raised in a home. With African Greys, it’s the reverse: the males usually outperform the females. For other species, how well a bird talks depends on several things, including its individual personality, its species, how content it is, who is teaching it, and its overall health.

Bird lifespans vary widely by species, with a few reaching 70 years, while most live roughly 10 to 30.

Not true. Tweety and Sylvester made for a fun cartoon rivalry, but in real life, cats and birds can live together peacefully. After all, cats and dogs manage to share a home, so why not cats and birds? That said, you should stay alert to a few risks. For example, if a cat bites a bird and its saliva enters the bird’s bloodstream, the result can be fatal.

Whether you can live with a bird depends on what triggers your allergy. If it’s dust and dander, an allergist can test your reaction to both types of feathers: powdery, dander-heavy ones (Cockatoos, African Greys, Cockatiels) and oily ones (Macaws, Conures, Parakeets, Lovebirds, and most other parrots).

Of course. Our bird guarantee is among the strongest anywhere, and we back it up with action. It works like this: we promise that every bird we sell you is in perfect health. To confirm that, you have five days to take your new bird to an avian vet for whatever testing you’d like, paid for by you. We’re happy to recommend which tests to request. If the results show a minor issue that’s easy to treat, we’ll cover the full cost of medication and treatment. If the results show a serious problem, we’ll either replace your bird or give you a complete refund of the purchase price, whichever we choose.

At Exotic Global Birds Farm, we have complete control over our birds’ environment while they are in our care, but once a bird goes home with you, that control passes to you. We guarantee that every bird leaves our store properly socialized and in perfect health. Your new companion has had an excellent start with us at Exotic Global Birds Farm, and from here on, its wellbeing is in your hands. We’re always here to support you in giving your bird the best possible care, with the widest selection and highest quality of bird products available anywhere in the world.

We are committed to ensuring your bird always has a safe and loving home. If, at any point during your lifetime, you are no longer able to provide the care, time, or attention your bird deserves, we will gladly accept your bird on consignment and help find a suitable new home. A 40% commission and a modest daily fee for feeding and cleaning will apply. You can have peace of mind knowing that your feathered companion will always have a place with us should circumstances change. As of 2013, we were the only store in Michigan offering this unique lifetime rehoming guarantee.

Changes or cancellations must be requested within 4 hours of placing your order, and only before it ships. As long as the shipper hasn’t picked up your order yet, we’ll gladly update or cancel it at no charge.

We guarantee that all merchandise will be delivered in fully usable condition. Concerns involving major purchases, including cages and livestock, will be evaluated on an individual basis. We appreciate your patronage and are committed to resolving any matter equitably.