I have a really destructive, escape prone African Grey. Would he not be able to lift up the feeder and escape?
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I have six Tidy feeders and they are GREAT. They can be lifted up easily for escape, but I use a small bungee from Home Depot around all of my feeders and the problem is solved. Just unhook the bungee and lift off the feeder for service; a quick and easy process.
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I love African Greys - such characters! This feeder would prevent your bird from escaping. The feeder can stay entirely inside your cage. It hangs on the bars on the inside of the cage - and is not a through-the-cage type of feeder. It doesn't need to sit in a hole in the cage - it can be placed anywhere inside the cage. This photo shows the feeder being used in a cage that has a hole styled in to the cage, and they are using that area. If you did use it like this photo - I would say "yes" your Grey could probably lift the feeder and escape. So - don't utilize any cut-outs for the feeder, secure and close all of those - and put this incredible feeding box any where you want! I love African Greys - such characters! This feeder would prevent your bird from escaping. The feeder can stay entirely inside your cage. It hangs on the bars on the inside of the cage - and is not a through-the-cage type of feeder. It doesn't need to sit in a hole in the cage - it can be placed anywhere inside the cage. This photo shows the feeder being used in a cage that has a hole styled in to the cage, and they are using that area. If you did use it like this photo - I would say "yes" your Grey could probably lift the feeder and escape. So - don't utilize any cut-outs for the... » Read More I love African Greys - such characters! This feeder would prevent your bird from escaping. The feeder can stay entirely inside your cage. It hangs on the bars on the inside of the cage - and is not a through-the-cage type of feeder. It doesn't need to sit in a hole in the cage - it can be placed anywhere inside the cage. This photo shows the feeder being used in a cage that has a hole styled in to the cage, and they are using that area. If you did use it like this photo - I would say "yes" your Grey could probably lift the feeder and escape. So - don't utilize any cut-outs for the feeder, secure and close all of those - and put this incredible feeding box any where you want! « Show Less
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Truthfully, I wouldn't get this if you're worried about an escape artist. My conure is quite content and I still had to rig something to plug the gap below the feeder and keep it from easily being pushed out. It's a perfect size for a conure, it may be a little tight for a Grey.
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It would be possible if hung with just the cup hooks that they come with. We had a clever Jardine that was able to lift it off and escape. If you attached something to the bottom (Velcro ) to prevent the ability to lift then it would be tougher to move it. Our birds like them and the mess it prevents is well worth trying to rig a solution.
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Yes, he could. Get a cayman clip and keep the feeder closed. We rescued a parakeet that escaped this way probably.
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i put mine inside the cage on a wall...not thru the door like the picture....should be fine....
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I have a congo african grey and I personally feel this cage would be too small for him. I have a red belly parrot in this cage now and its just perfect for his size. He can flap / spread his wings out to stretch them; and he runs all along the bottom of the cage and there is no way my grey would be able to do this without feeling cramped.
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Wow, it would have to be one smart bird to figure how to get the food, but not impossible I guess. I would bet(heavily) not though because the door is weighted and a bird wouldn't be able to push/hold it open and get the food. This should indeed solve your bird problem.
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Yes, too small for African Grey. My suggestion is get a bigger bird bath or get a smaller bird like parakette.
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Although an African Grey would fit inside this cage, the spacing of the wires, the construction of the cage, and the gauge of the wire all would be inadequate for the African Grey - you need a more sturdy cage than this for that type of larger parrot. This cage is for small birds, like finches, parakeets, lovebirds, parrotlets, cockatiels. I think an African Grey could rip this cage apart if it had a mind to do so.
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I have an African-grey and he travels well in this cage. The cage is heavy (26#'s) but it rides well in our car and pickup. My bird has stayed in this cage for a period of three weeks at our daughter's...but, we let him out 3 or 4 times a day for a good stretch and socializing. One thing I have noticed is the bottom of the cage is bubbling---it is not "painted", more like a plastic sheet coating. I cover the grate with a plastic trash bag and set it directly on the bottom of the cage...he doesn't bother it and it is very easy to clean. Remember the cage is heavy (I don't even have to use the seat-belt on it.) If your bird is going to be "in the cage" for an extended period...I'd get a larger one...especially, if he is not going to get out to play. Hope this helps your decision making.
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Good morning! I think it might be a bit tight for an African grey, unless he stands on the floor of the cage. I have a senegal(Boo), and she stands on a perch, but she's quite petite! I hope this helps-I really love this cage, and I think it would be fine if your grey is mellow, and doesn't get freaked out by not being on a perch!
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Agreed - he can't pull forward and rip out, but he is a mellow guy. If he were to have a typical cat spaz attack, I could see that, if he were facing me, he could squirm out. That is a cat thing - they can get out of a straightjacket if they are scared enough. This is the most secure thing short of a barred cage, and is better than a nylon harness
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We have an African Grey. It's certainly large enough but I would not recommend it. The perch is soft wood and the pan is "warped". It seems very cheaply made.
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yes he will. I have an African Grey and use this cage for traveling often. I have used it for 2 days at a time and my grey is very comfortable.
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It depends on what kind of bird. I don't think a Cockatiel would be able to get out but a smaller bird might be able to. The grate slides in and out and the tray sits on its own track.For what it's worth, I am really happy with this cage and so is my bird.
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No problem. The seed access closes when something heavier than a bird gets on the perch so even if a squirrel climbs down he still can't get access.
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As long as you don't fill it completely with peanuts, the bluejays can't get them. They can poke their beak up into the inside, but they can't lift the "roof" to get at the lower peanuts. But I would not call it bluejay proof. But I would call it bluejay frustrating.
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I've got a lovebird and it's a bit too big for him. It's actually scares him and after months of it in His cage I've never seen him stand on it. It's pretty slippery for little feet too.
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I hear ya about having a determined cat!!! The feeder I had before was very easy for my cat to get into. But this feeder, even though he might get his paw up there, he will NOT be able to get to the food. My cat has tried to no avail!!!
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Definitely not. Cockatiel or small conure would be okay. It's not very sturdy at all.
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Sorry, I can't really help you. I didn't have that problem during the short period of time my feeder was in use. It was destroyed by a hungry bear shortly after I installed it! I guess if there is a space where a small bird could get into the feeder, it's a possibility. It's been quite a while since I had my feeder, so I don't remember much about it. You might want to call the Perky Pets folks -- they might be able to shed some light on the problem. They are an old, well-established bird-feeder company!