People have used birdcages for over 4,000 years, starting in ancient Egypt. Early homes for birds were made from reeds, bamboo, or twigs. Today, experts say round cages can confuse pet birds, so rectangular or square shapes are much better for them. [1, 2, 3, 4]
History and Design Facts
- Ancient Homes: Ancient Egyptians kept pets like doves and parrots in crude cages made of woven reeds, bamboo, and twigs.
- No Round Cages: Round cages make pet birds confused and stressed because they have no corners to hide in or feel safe.
- Calcium Chew: Many birdcages include a cuttlebone, which is a natural shell-like part of a cuttlefish that birds chew on to keep their beaks strong and healthy.
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