What size swing does a bird need?

Choose a swing sized for the species. The bird should be able to wrap its feet around the perch and sit without touching the top.

Where should a swing go in the cage?

Most owners hang it near the top of the cage, where it will not block food dishes or other perches.

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Comfortable bird swing perch

Offer a fun and stable spot for birds to rest, play, and exercise their feet, promoting balance and agility.

A comfortable bird swing perch gives a pet bird a gently moving spot inside its cage to rest, play and climb on. It suits owners of budgies, cockatiels, lovebirds or parrots, and it is an easy add-on for anyone updating a cage setup.

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Why comfortable bird swing perch make a good gift

Adds movement to the cage, which many birds enjoy for play and resting
Attaches quickly to cage bars, so the recipient can set it up right away
Comes in wood, rope and natural branch styles to suit different cage looks

What to look for

Match the swing width and perch thickness to the size of the bird's feet
Check the hanging hardware fits the cage bar spacing and attaches securely
Confirm the material, such as natural wood or cotton rope, suits the bird's chewing habits

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Wooden bird swing
Rope perch swing
Natural branch swing

Questions people ask

What size swing does a bird need?: Choose a swing sized for the species. The bird should be able to wrap its feet around the perch and sit without touching the top.
Where should a swing go in the cage?: Most owners hang it near the top of the cage, where it will not block food dishes or other perches.

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