Acrylic
bird cages were once the exclusive venue of zoos and aviaries. When
you visit the zoo, you’ve probably seen the bird displays with
large, clear panels separating you from the animals. Those panels aren’t
glass, but actually an acrylic polymer that is clear, but much stronger
than glass. It is less thermally dynamic than glass, which makes it
more stable in a variety of temperatures. And of course, acrylic is
not prone to cracking or chipping.
With all these advantages, it was only a matter of time
before acrylic bird cages became available to owners. They offer you
a chance to see your birds in a tank like environment, with no bars
obstructing the view. These cages are great for those that want a piece
of furniture, not just a bird cage. They can be designed to fit into
a wooden curio piece, or a more modern metallic frame.
The primary disadvantage of acrylic bird cages is that
they don’t offer as much ventilation as a barred cage does. This
can lead to air stagnation within the cage unless a circulation system
is also added. Fortunately, most acrylic bird cages will come with a
fan to help circulate air out of the top of the cage.