Caring for a diamond
dove (Geopelia cuneata) indoors can be a rewarding experience—they're
gentle, quiet birds with charming personalities. Here's a comprehensive indoor
care guide:
Basic Overview
· Size: Small (7.5–9.5
inches long)
· Lifespan: 10–15 years with good care
· Temperament: Calm, peaceful, often quiet cooing sounds
· Native Habitat: Australia (adaptable to dry, arid areas)
Indoor Housing
Cage Requirements
· Size: Minimum
24"x18"x18", but bigger is always better. These birds love to
fly short distances.
· Bar Spacing: 3/8" to 1/2"
· Shape: Horizontal space
is more important than vertical. A flight cage is ideal.
· Placement: Quiet area with indirect sunlight, away from drafts and sudden
noises.
Perches & Accessories
· Perches: Natural wood perches in different diameters; avoid only
dowels.
· Nest Platform: They often appreciate a shallow dish or platform with soft
nesting material.
· Toys: Doves aren't big
toy users but may enjoy mirrors or quiet hanging toys.
· Bath: Provide a shallow
dish of clean water for bathing several times a week.
Diet
Main Diet
· Seed Mix: A good dove-specific seed mix (millet, canary seed, cracked
corn, etc.)
· Pellets: Optional, as many doves prefer seeds—but some will accept
small bird pellets.
· Grit: Optional (not all
experts recommend it if they're on a clean seed diet)
· Calcium: Always offer a cuttlebone or mineral block.
Fresh Foods
· Offer in moderation:
o Finely chopped greens (kale, spinach, dandelion)
o Veggies (corn, peas, carrots)
o Small bits of soft fruit (apple, banana, berries)
o Avoid avocado, chocolate, caffeine, onion, and garlic.
Cleaning & Maintenance
· Daily: Change food and
water. Remove obvious waste.
· Weekly: Clean cage
bottom, perches, and accessories.
· Monthly: Deep clean the entire cage and disinfect with bird-safe
cleaner.
Lighting & Day/Night Cycle
· Provide 10–12 hours of light per day.
· A full-spectrum bird light can help if
they don’t get natural sunlight.
· Ensure a quiet, dark period at night for rest.
Health & Socialization
Handling
· Diamond doves are not cuddly birds but
can become hand-tame with patience.
· Use calm, slow movements. They are easily startled.
Common Health Issues
· Mites, respiratory infections, egg binding in females.
· Watch for: fluffed-up feathers, lethargy, not eating, tail
bobbing.
Vet Care
· Annual check-ups with an avian vet are ideal.
Breeding Notes (if applicable)
· Very easy breeders if male-female pairs are kept together.
· Lay 2 eggs, incubate ~13–15 days.
· If not breeding, discourage nest building to prevent
chronic laying in females.
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