We searched for a company that could produce a quality scale at an affordable price. Sterling fit the bill. We know a scale may not be high on your wish list - but we think scales are important because we know how birds think. Birds are prey animals. To survive in in the wild nature teaches exotic birds not look ill . Even veterinarians may find it difficult to detect poor health simply by looking at a bird in many cases. Birds don’t get flush or pale. Their noses don’t get warm. Illness signals weakness. Weakness signals (to a predator) "I’m an easy target." Changes in weight may signal illness. Veterinarians and breeders recommend weighing your birds regularly for early detection of poor health. More information on why I should weigh my bird FEATURES: 1� HARDWOOD "T" PERCH - MOLDED BASE TO FIT