Why Are Quaker Parrots Illegal? (Explained!)

Why Are Quaker Parrots Illegal?

There are countless species of parrot that you may be familiar with as an enthusiast of birdkeeping, but one which may well have flown under your radar is the Quaker parrot. They aren’t as popular as pets for a number of reasons, but more importantly, they’re also illegal in a lot of places. Why is … Read more

How Much Should A Blue And Gold Macaw Weigh?

The other day, I began to wonder about the varying sizes and weights of birds until I landed upon the infamous blue and gold macaw. They are the most famous parrot of the species, often seen in films and cartoons, but in real life how much should a blue and gold macaw weigh?  To answer … Read more

Can African Greys Eat Eggs? (Answered!)

Can African Greys Eat Eggs?

A small amount of egg might not do your African grey much harm, but there’s really no good reason to include eggs as a regular part of their diet. African greys can get all the nutrition they need out of seeds, nuts, fruits and vegetables, and eggs could easily become a problem if overfed even … Read more

Can African Greys Eat Green Beans? (Find Out!)

Can African Greys Eat Green Beans?

African greys can eat green beans and they make a great addition to your parrot’s diet. They are tasty and your African grey will love eating them as a treat. At the same time, they are also packed with nutritional benefits for your African grey’s overall health. Moderation, though, is really important. The short answer, … Read more

Can African Greys Eat Dragon Fruit? (Revealed!)

Can African Greys Eat Dragon Fruit?

African greys can certainly eat dragon fruit and it makes a great, healthy treat to add to their diet. They will love eating dragon fruit. However, it’s also important that you keep moderation in mind; dragon fruit is highly nutritionally dense for a parrot even as large as an African grey, so you need to … Read more

What Are Female Parrots Called? (Answered!)

What Are Female Parrots Called?

It’s always such a fun day and life to come home and spend some quality time with your parrot. Parrots are magnificent creatures that add a ton of happiness to any person’s life who takes the time necessary to raise and care for them. Plus, most parrot owners tend to give their parrot fun names, … Read more