Psittacus Red Soft Tubes 5 ml – Hand-Feeding Tube for Chicks

The Psittacus Red Soft Tubes 5 ml are purpose-made feeding tubes for hand-rearing psittacine chicks. Designed for safe, controlled delivery of hand-feeding formula, they offer a cleaner and more reliable method than spoon or syringe feeding alone — particularly critical during the earliest days of a chick's development.

Build Quality

These tubes are constructed to a high standard, with a rounded tip that reduces the risk of injury during administration and makes swallowing easier for newly hatched chicks. The material is flexible yet durable, offering longevity across repeated use.

Correct Size for Early Development

The 5 ml size is specifically suited to newborn and very young chicks. As a reference point, African grey parrots benefit from this tube size during the first seven days of life. As chicks grow and feeding volumes increase, progressively larger tube sizes within the Psittacus Red Soft Tubes range are recommended.

Species Guidance

• African grey parrots: 5 ml tube appropriate from hatch up to approximately 7 days of age
• Larger tubes (10 ml, 20 ml, 50 ml) are suited to older chicks as they develop through successive growth stages
• For cockatiels, the 5 ml is a starter size — the 10 ml becomes relevant once pin feathers begin to emerge

Having the right tube size at each stage of development ensures accurate feed volumes and minimises stress on the chick. The Psittacus Red Soft Tubes 5 ml is the essential starting point for any serious hand-rearer.