John 
When it comes to exotic fruits… it does not get much more extreme than Dragon fruit, Pitaya, or the less creative name: Strawberry pear. The bright red skin with dazzling green scales allow it to resemble the mythical dragon creature. Native to Mexico and South America, it is now grown all over the world. With … Read more
For those of us who love birds, the safety and health of our pets is of the utmost importance. This is especially true when we have multiple types of birds living under one roof. Many cockatiel owners also own other birds or are considering bringing another bird into the family. Let’s find out, what other … Read more
The changing color of the leaves on trees signals the end of summer and the start of the autumn season. Certain foods also become more apparent in our grocery stores, cafes, and even TV commercials. One that I see constantly during this time of year is the pumpkin. When I saw this fruit at my … Read more
Eclectus parrots are native to Oceania and found in the largest numbers in Australia and New Guinea. They are found from the Solomon Islands to New Guinea and the Cape York Peninsula in North Queensland. They inhabit rainforest environments and typically stay at the canopy level, nesting 20-30 meters from ground level. Eclectus parrots are … Read more
Whether you’ve raised ten parrots before or haven’t begun your journey into being a parrot parent yet, just about everyone knows parrots aren’t meant for the cold. Obviously, the phrase cold can be comprehensive and be subjective depending on the person. Still, it’s relatively easy to assume you shouldn’t have your parrot hang out in … Read more
One minute your parrot is a sweet, loving companion pet, and the next they turn into a raging, aggressive lunatic. What is going on? Well, unless they are feeling extremely stressed out or sick, chances are they are going through hormonal changes related to mating season. Like moody teenagers who go through hormonal changes during … Read more