A buyer checklist for parrot identification, provenance, health, sales and any applicable CITES or movement documents.
The exact document set depends on the scientific species, individual specimen, type of sale and movement route. Before payment, request:
| Record | What to verify |
|---|---|
| Sales record | Seller and buyer identity, individual bird, price, date and written terms |
| Identification | Ring or microchip number matching the bird and every related record |
| Provenance | Scientific species, hatch details, source and chain of legal acquisition |
| Rearing and health | Weaning status, current diet, veterinary details and any tests claimed |
| CITES documents | The permit, certificate or notification—if required—must match the specimen and transaction |
| Movement documents | Official animal-health certification and entry arrangements required for the exact destination |
Do not assume that one generic “CITES certificate” or health paper covers every sale or international route. Verify authority-issued records with the issuing body.
Contact the authority or professional that issued the specific document. Replacement is not guaranteed and procedures vary, so retain the original securely and keep a separate digital copy.
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