When can babies be seperated from parents?

twhyde · Post by **twhyde** » Mon Dec 22, 2008 1:01 am

My Gouldian babies have been out of the nest for almost 3 weeks now. Dad seems to be getting a little aggressive (not bad) toward them. When can they be seperated from the parents? The breeder I got the parents from said she usually waits until the nodules on the sides of their mouths are gone. Any other suggestions. I noticed that the babies are not begging for food anymore and are eating on thier own most all the time.

Terry

atarasi · Post by **atarasi** » Mon Dec 22, 2008 1:14 am

If they're eating on their own and not beggin anymore, take them out.
Maybe the breeder has an aviary or something or really huge cages which makes a world of difference.

L in Ontario · Post by **L in Ontario** » Mon Dec 22, 2008 9:49 am

Hi Terry, you also need to ensure the babies can drink on their own as well as eating on their own before removing them.