What I once thought was just slow growing of feathers is actually a feature -- their necks will not be covered in feathers as I originally thought. Instead, their necks will be just bare skin that turns white over time. Their legs are also darkening, right on schedule. Some are growing a nice set of long, black eyelashes. And it's time again for some new leg bands, as they are growing out of the second set already.
The drama from the new perch and feeder setup is over. They are eating normally again (only took 2+ days) and have learned new tricks jumping off the feeder platform. Tonight when I brought new food in they were jumping off my shoulder and back. They're comfortable alright.
Today is/was day 22 of the new hatching eggs. I am taking them off the egg turner a day ahead of time, because last time I was too late (they hatched just two days after moving, when they really should have 3). For some reason I can't get the humidity high enough; I have already filled all of the troughs full with water. It'll have to do I suppose.
I'm looking for a bell so I can train the keets with millet (favorite food). When I ring the bell, I want that to be the "come home and have a delicious snack" sound. But I can't find a bell anywhere! Not for under $20 at least. Anybody know where I can find one, cheap?
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