Sprouting 101 For Parrots 🌱 (And Comet Being CUTE For 15 mins STRAIGHT 😍)

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[@B.barnett8974]

Here's a tip for small bird owner : If you are making spouts for a single small bird use a metal tea bag / tea ball in a cup. Fill the ball with seeds and place the tea ball in the cup as if you were making tea. It makes it so easy and then you don't make too much. I do it every few day by soaking the seed for 12-24 hours. Then I drain them. After that I rinse them 3 times a day ( it super dry were I live most people could probably do 2 times a day ) then you just repeat until they are sprouted. I haven't had any microbial growth doing it this way because the tea ball drains super well. If you live somewhere super dry I recommend using a damp (but not dripping) paper towel over the top of the cup to keep the humidity at a good level.

[@amycbullard]

What a brilliant life hack/bird tip ! Thank you for sharing this.

[@nancyfahey7518]

I use the mason jars. When I first started I would taste them and they were so good (taste and healthwise) that my whole family is eating them. Then I started doing microgreens. Got the whole setup with rack, lights, 1020 trays, fine soil. Our favorite is sunflower seeds. Right now I have broccoli (we always have broccoli) and lentals. Easy peasy. Oh, and for sprouts, I cut up an old sheer curtain and rubber band it to the top of the jar. No more gnat problems.

[@BirdTricks]

That's awesome! Since filming this I tried some pea sprouts in just a clear dish and they grew in about 3 days so a lot quicker!

[@sherrycapstraw5096]

I love making sprouts for my birds..I just did a batch of microgreens. I use mine in there chop. They love it. I also bought them birdie breads off your website and a bunch of toys...happy birds happy mamma 😘 thank you for all you do for us bird parents its much appreciated 😊 ❤

[@BirdTricks]

Awe I love this so much!

[@rmarvel169]

Yes, I bought the pellets & Birdie Bread from you & can't wait to get my lil baby INR! I'm going to start him off on the right foot & will be giving sprouts as well & I'm so thankful you guys take the time to be so helpful to birdie parents! 🐦🌻❤

[@allisonsadler719]

@@BirdTricks u are Amazing I'm in love with you and your family and watch it

[@ConfidentCritters]

I could watch endless Comet content

[@Sasharra]

His little head bob!

[@111111111Tiger]

I don't have a bird and I do NOT sprout but I watched your video. lol Enjoy your birds, they are GIFTS

[@tzxazrael]

bahahaha as if Comet wasn't cute enough this whole video... there's Bondi's food-face too! xD

[@melissawarfield]

Comet is so handsome! Good luck to people who entered. Sprouts of any kind is great.

[@galeem713]

I add them to scrambled eggs when I make them for my birds.

[@BirdTricks]

DOWNLOAD MY SPROUTING FREEBIE HERE: birdtricksstore.com/products/sprouting-101 GIVEAWAY DETAILS!!! To be entered in for your chance to win a Hamama sprouting kit, please... - SHARE this video to your Facebook or Instagram page - TAG us in your post where you shared the video (please make sure it isn't private so we can see that you've posted). Our Facebook is @birdtricks and our Instagram is @birdtricksofficial - TAG some friends in the post that you think would benefit from having a Hamama sprouting kit! We will announce the winners (yes, multiple!) via Instagram and Facebook stories (as well as directly messaging those who win) on 3/31/2022.

[@helenthompson5726]

I’d like to get a sprouting kit 🥰 Winning would be great.

[@wrinklesandsprinkles]

I saved this video to my watch later folder because I had no time to watch it the day it came out. Well…..2 million years later I found out I had not watched it, so I did so tonight. I’ve used Humama for abt 9 weeks now thanks to you! My 30yr timneh grey is quite the picky eater and he is still not loving them. I’m cutting them up smaller and pulling them early for a smaller sprout and the little snot will will mostly eat around them. To bad for for him I’m gonna continue to offer them to him whether his like it or not! Just wondering if you’re aware *sprout-people* has a KZbin channel? Haven’t spent time in their channel as you just gave me the website tonight. You & Dave are my trusted source for all things parrot & I thank you for that. A friendly “Hello” to Capri!👋🏼

[@kfl611]

Why do I get the feeling Comet is basically a silly natured bird? He is so pretty !

[@wendycottingham8011]

Sprouts are a great way to diet convert those seed obsessed birds. You just have to start by feeding them when they have tiny tails and still look like seeds.

[@michelehemlokhexwhite4310]

What a great idea!

[@snakesonaframe2668]

This is so true, I gave my birds (a cockatiel and a budgie) a bowl of sprouts for the first time before I left for work the other day. They were all gone by the time I got home! I was shocked because I can barely get them to touch anything but seeds (especially the budgie). I just bought her natural feeding system though and hopefully I can convert them with that lol.

[@emma-leerimon743]

I use a sprouting mix and before my last wash under water I use abit of apples cider vinegar fill up with water leave for a few minutes helps kills any bacteria and stops mould from growing on the sprouting mix and rinse it off.

[@tamipalin8171]

Oh my gosh, Bondi is just toooooo adorable for words!!!! And I love, love, love Comet!

[@jennigthatonecrazydoglady8100]

Comet looked like her was living his best life getting one on one time with you! Too cute. He didn’t check his feet once!

[@gabriellebaldridge9769]

I love Comet! You should have him in more of your videos

[@carolemomma]

I actually use the Easy Sprouter from Sprout People and their Lil' Bird seed mix. Takes less than a minute morning and night. I don't grow mine very big as my birds (cockatiel and green cheek conure) eat them better when they just have tiny root tails showing, way before any leaf development. Full of nutrition but recognized as seed.

[@kimyong2959]

Comet is adorable he’s like a giant sun conure.

[@Sylvelourie]

I had the same problem with my sprouts getting rancid in the "Easy Sprout" sprouter! Oh my gosh, I thought I was hopeless or something because I tried 3 times, used different seed mixes made for sprouting, but they stunk every time. But I knew that when they smelled off, they *were* off, and of course that discouraged me from feeding sprouts. However I think my birds really need them. They are grasskeets, so definitely seedaholics... I've currently got them on a bit of a "seed fast" where I removed their seeds and gave them veggies only last night, then this morning veggies again... once those had been out for a few hours I replaced the veg with fresh and added a pinch of oat groats to keep them engaged and that's working, but sprouts should be the perfect compromise

[@sheetalmudaliar]

i love your videos.i get to see all cute birds and learn so much about everything bird.thank you so much for your efforts.

[@eleenscholten6068]

I use a very simple way A new cat litter tray paper towel seeds and mist with a water spray add seeds mine love barley sprouts and spirits again I sprits usually 1x a day more if very hot weather and got them in tbe windowsill

[@Allen-by6ci]

Comet stole that whole show

[@Xen-s_dreamagination]

Sprouts are amazing! A healthy addition for birds and humans alike. 🤗 . Comet is SO 'distracting-ly' cute! 🥰

[@juliek6060]

You must be reading my mind! :) Just last night, I was telling my family that I wanted to start sprouting stuff for my Hahn's -- well, not only her but for myself (and the rest of them?) as well! I have only had her a month, but the diet conversion to your pellets and seasonal feeding system has been ROUGH. Still, I have to remind myself that I am not a big fan of veggies, so we are doing this together -- and I quite enjoy different sprouts! My mission is to get healthier with her.

[@HeritageHighlandAcres]

I also was unsuccessful with an EZ sprouted. I definitely will be trying the hamama.

[@matibirdcockatiel]

Thank you for the energy you give us 😍👌❤👏💕

[@michelehemlokhexwhite4310]

Bondi with a beak covered 😂

[@tinahorne5967]

Jaime love your channel,I used to sprout and eat mung beans they are so easy. Large jar fresh cold water mung bean sprouts just rinse every couple days they grow really fast.just check that birds can have them,I used to sprout them for Chinese cooking their delicious.good luck with bean I felt for him his first day when he was so frightened.

[@nayelienava]

Woohoo for sprouts! I always leave the sprouts out of the seasonal feeding and start them every couple days to add them fresh!

[@luv2sigh]

Same 😊

[@redunkulous9901]

This was very informative! Thank you Jamie! Can't wait to try out your seasonal feeding system!

[@nadineg1519]

Comet you're such a snuggly cutie! Spouts wise, I haven't grown my own for YEARS now, but I think after watching this, I might just have to have a go again lol. Healthy for my IRN & something to add to my own salads❤❤

[@Alex_P]

Hamama is amazing for microgreens... I've done sprouts in a jar, but was tired of working my schedule around them. Hamama makes it so much easier!! Regarding cilantro, don't submerge it all the way under, just hold it so the base part of the quilt is under water and the top sucks up enough to darken. That way you avoid potential mold issues (which we had the first time, but Hamama's customer service helped us for the next attempt!)

[@WeMissDimebag]

I will always click for more Comet. Even bought his merch in January. Use this information as you wish.

[@quenchization]

I have not started sprouting yet. I was planning on setting something up eventually. I did grow some of my birdseed on my porch and it's getting pretty tall. I don't know what I'm supposed do do with the grass.. probably going to leave it until summer and collect

[@DeerheartStudioArts]

I grow sprouts for myself for the high nutrition. I use the round trays that are stacked. Everyday I run water into the top tray and it drains into the lower trays and into a reservoir on the bottom. They get covered 3-5 days until roots are showing then they get put out in a light until they get little green showing. Some sprouts are edible w/o greening. I get my seeds from Westcoast Seeds here in Canada and the sprouter from Amazon. The trays can be changed in position and some going for light before others.

[@spiritmatter1553]

Comet is the cutest! Love his "foot checks." ☄️🦜

[@petsprofessors3939]

Comet being cute as usual 😍. I love the thumbnail

[@stephaniedralansohana1756]

You can also sprouting spray millet

[@angelscinta7971]

We add the same sprouts as well as the pellets and when in season butternut squash noodles to the seasonal feeding system. Kobe and Pocco love it.

[@debomoral100]

🌱🌿🍀 i will begin 🤗💚

[@galeem713]

I soak my seeds/beans overnight and rinse clean and drain in the morning. I rinse at night before bed. By day 3, I have lots of roots and leaves.

[@tiffanythompson6178]

The Bonnie Boo part is so adorable too!

[@michelehemlokhexwhite4310]

Great cheap and easy way to sprout.... get a freezer bag. Put your sprouting seeds in (a teaspoon or 2 till you work out how much you need). We use mung beans and alfalfa most frequently. Soak them in water for 5 mins ~ literally add a cup of water, then tip it out. Seal bag, and rinse once a day in bag, and drain, then seal and place in a light spot at room temperature. By day 3 or 4 they will be done. Eezee!

[@Plqnes]

Comet is adorable

[@spiritmatter1553]

He’s my favorite!

[@Plqnes]

@@spiritmatter1553 he's so fluffy

[@jcjteeju]

Look at that fluff nugget :) So cute!

[@littlemidwestrebornsdolls]

Your Comet and Bondi are both so cute.

[@riverbank4126]

It's been one of those days! When I saw that 'BirdTricks' had something new to learn abrout 'sprouting 101 for parrots' I though you were going to discuss information about "Parrots sprouting new feathers"! Nope, there was definitely a parrot there - but you were talking about sprouting seeds! Never mind! I like seeds, sprouts and parrots too - even though right now, I don't have parrots or sprouts - the information is useful! I know that up here on the south-west coast of Canada , we have to use extra lights to get any plants to grow in the house and the best deal is to add a cheap flourescent light fixture with two regular bulbs in it and mount it over a window. The combination of natural and artificial light means that everything green will grow well - maybe even green parrots! Comet really is sweet and I'd keep him on my window-sill any day of the year! Thanks for the information about growing sprouts too. We need something fresh for our early Spring salad.

[@audri359]

Yayy!! Im so excited for this video thank you!

[@elisemiller13]

Great info Jamie Leigh! Heheh! Comet being a cutie! And Bondi's sprouted beak! ....I also toss sprouts into my smoothies...good for humans too! jus' sayin'

[@LauraBirenbaum]

So how do we feel about giving the birds the entire Hamama sprouting tray for foraging enrichment? Both my galah and Goffins like to walk around looking for stuff.

[@flockclock4080]

Growing wheat grass was the most hard for me ...but literally after 6 tries and wasting a lot 😅 i learned the right way for my house

[@lb4lov]

Jar with stainless screen on top. Rinse three times a day. Also

[@bridgetgidget72]

I use the easy sprouter. You just need a sprouter, sprouts, grape seed extract (GSE) and the non chlorinated water. It’s actually really easy and you can get everything you need from China prairie.

[@skyegirl3x]

I just love watching Comet being ornery, lol. I'm so interested in trying sprouting ... AGAIN. It's hard doing it for just one little green cheek conure tho. I was looking at the sprouting mats you were using, and realized that they could be cut into smaller sections! That would be perfect for Jazz, and let's me give him nutritious food.

[@B.barnett8974]

If your doing sprouts for a single bird using a tea ball/ metal tea bag is the way to go. Just put the seed/beans in the tea ball and place it into a cup as if you were making tea. I have never had an issue with microbial growth when I use a tea ball because they are designed to drain. If you live somewhere super dry just pop a damp paper towel on the top of the cup to keep the seeds from getting dried out between rinses. All in all this process takes about 12min total each day.

[@luv2sigh]

For the Australians you can get sprouting kits from Bunnings 😊 and I use vetafarm aviclense to soak the seeds in for 24hours. It helps them to keep them from going mouldy

[@damowazzo7481]

Two parrots are sitting on a PERCH, when one said to the other “can you smell fish?”!! 🦜🐠🤦🏻‍♂️🤣😂

[@pfruner3053]

Love the Hamama Greens!! So far we've tried broccoli and kale. Started super salad today. Waiting on order of wheatgrass clover and more broccoli. Just wondering is there any birds should not have? Thanks for sharing and all you do!!! ❤️❤️❤️

[@BirdTricks]

Onions are probably obvious but def not onions, although I've really thought about growing some for our own taco nights! lol

[@pfruner3053]

@@BirdTricks ❤️

[@LightoftheMoon]

COMET‼️ ❤️💖❤️😊

[@tiffanythompson6178]

I don't have a bird. I don't need sprouts, but I am here for adorable Comet!

[@helenthompson5726]

Where do I provide my info for the sprouting kit?

[@BlueIdiotPie]

I don't have a green thumb but I can keep plants alive. But apart from potatoes and onions I can't get any sprouts to, well, sprout

[@KD-ug4jp]

Yes sprout people! You are exactly right!

[@Odiekins]

Anyone else here to see Comet first and sprouting second? 🤣💛

[@khabelemahase8875]

Nice video,and comet being cute as usual

[@Kimberly__Klein]

What is the issue with adding sprouts to fortified pellets?

[@stephaniedralansohana1756]

Sprouting I do it daily, for me, my chickens, my birds,....I love it. It is so healthy.

[@stephaniedralansohana1756]

I have an automatic sprouting machine and after 2 days I have my Micro vegetables. Before my machine I had a lot of fungus. The machine sprays water every half hour.

[@lorencewinchell7829]

I have been spriuting for a while, but i need some variety.

[@Cookie4811Mau]

I'm no sprouter but I am decent at growing plants. have you tried finding a clear plastic container to make a mini green house? Poke holes for air flow but that might help them grow better?

[@jacobchristopher209]

I would love some help with my 6yr old macaw I just got it’s her second day she eats from my hand but if I get close without food she bites and caws and eventually goes to the back of her cage

[@Deborah-xj2rh]

Can you feed sprouts to your birds at any given time or can it only be in the nutritional feeding system breakfast? My bird loves anything for treats. :)

[@BirdTricks]

They are very nutritious and can be fed at anytime, just make sure not to let it sabotage the SFS or our pellets as your bird needs all of these for a balanced diet.

[@Coastal_Ace]

Wheatgrass in a mason jar until the sprouts begin, then I move them to a sprouting tray

[@Tbland72]

I threw a bunch of seeds from a red bell pepper I had gotten for my birds into a Tupperware container with wet paper towels, put the lid on and they’re going nuts!! Just not sure if I can feed them to the birds.

[@spiritmatter1553]

I don’t see why not. I’ve seen parrots eat peppers. If you’re really cautious though, put them in your tacos!

[@Tbland72]

@Spirit Matter are they part of the nightshade family?

[@nebou5255]

@@Tbland72 Yes, peppers are apart of the nightshade family as well as tomato, egg plant and tomatillos/ground cherries. I've seen people online say that the leaves and stems are poisonous, so I wouldn't recommend giving pepper sprouts to your bird(s). Also they can take like 7-21 days to germinate. People recommend broccoli, radish, sesame seed, whole millet and quinoa.

[@Tbland72]

Yeah!!

[@Luna18Cat05]

My caique has convinced me that the person who is least likely to want to snuggle is the one the parrot will harass the most for snuggles. Eugene is always bothering my mom cause she says no. 😂

[@mandykay2195]

For someone just starting out, are there types you would suggest for conures, I'm not sure which types to choose. Thank you!

[@yvonnespradlin7705]

Great video, thank you for explaining in depth..it would be absolutely fantastic to win this sprouting system to simplify my process of sprouting radishes, green peas, broccoli..going to attempt buckwheat..Good luck everyone

[@alisha-rhymer682]

Thanks for sharing. I shared on Facebook, Twitter and will do so on Instagram. 😊 thank you great video

[@BirdTricks]

Thanks for sharing!! ❤️

[@sandraraituma]

"Do you want to bring your cute little body over here?" :D This is Comet being cute AND Jamie being distracted by it for 15 min straight :D

[@BirdTricks]

lol soooo true

[@angelscinta7971]

Yes

[@estellebabin6059]

Was about to order… but they don’t ship in Europe..

[@Serventofthemostmerciful12]

I have a question my budgies don’t eat veggies at all there scared of them we put chop in there bowl nope we made a mush type of substance nope then we used a binding ingredient and put some chopped up veggies in that and nope how can I convert there diet to veggies

[@Serventofthemostmerciful12]

And the breeder says that they were weaned on sprouts but I gave them sprouts and the next day I checked there bowl they didn’t eat it at all so I had to give them seed because I was worried they were hungry and then I gave them sprouts again nothing they didn’t eat it

[@carolemomma]

My birds (cockatiel and green cheek conure) seem to prefer their sprouts barely sprouted, definitely before they grow leaves. I feed them when there is just a tiny root tail showing. Full of nutrition but definitely recognizable as seed to them.

[@LivingMyBestLifeIAm]

What do we win for getting here first? Lol

[@magedfarid6969]

I have a pair of macaws, the male is 8 years old and the female is 3 years old, and when I brought the female, I isolated them from seeing each other and only hearing each other’s voice for 3 days, and then I put cages to see each other for two weeks. When i took them outside the cage they fighted and the spank the other one and I am afraid for them to let them alone What do I do not to fight together so that I can put them in one cage without hurting each other? I feel that there are many others among them that reach beating and harm They fight to win me as a friend to only one of them 😒

[@galeem713]

I bought 2 mason jar covers and about 10 different Mumms sprouting packages. Someone had told me how to sprout and I tried with no success. When I received the mumms packages, they came with instructions that worked. My parrots weren’t fond of them but they are coming around. Just as they are the seasonal feeding system. They don’t really like the small size, but they are all starting to eat it. I started with a tbsp and that was rejected by all. I do a tsp now per day and my fussy monsters are all starting to eat it. The mason jars are ok and they live on my counter top in a south facing window. The only problem I have is when are they ready?

[@janeporter818]

Very nice

[@birdandcatlover5597]

I’m getting hungry looking out the sprouts, idk why

[@MrDiegodiaz1208]

Bedgasc

[@skittlesrainbowprincess]

Aren't sprouts and microgreens different? I thought those were microgreens. I sprout my own blend and my macaw loves it like bird candy 😂

[@skittlesrainbowprincess]

Really want to try microgreens though

[@helenthompson5726]

Where do I find the sprouting infoI downloaded?

[@BirdTricks]

birdtricksstore.com/collections/free-products/products/sprouting-101

[@michealplater9007]

Who's been eating the food, not me

[@Tbland72]

Can I feed red bell pepper sprouts?

[@DyannCallahan]

are microgreens the same?

[@celesteortins5250]

How many birds do you have?

[@sparky082]

I don't believe that is comet. He was in the video almost the whole time and not one foot check!? Who is that? 😂

[@feverdreams3677]

That cut beep is so jarring, just way way too loud, guys. The pain, the pain. 😖

[@BirdTricks]

lol sorry, I will bring that audio down in the future!

[@spiritmatter1553]

I didn’t mind at first but yeah, too much!

[@crashq8784]

Bondi is such a messy eater, nothing cuter.

[@ThwartHorse84]

I hate sprouts, its ruins dinner

[@shortsv-y8j]

Hi i have some daught please

[@vikneshwaransajin2801]

I am first

[@bkm2797]

So cute, good to see Comet, he clearly sees you as his favorite human. Great idea, sprouts can get really expensive. Thanks Jamie, see you soon!