Regardless of which type of parrot you handle, if you own a parrot chances are that you will be bitten by them at one point in time or another. Of course, parrot bites can range in severity. A baby parrot that is testing the world around it with its beak may nibble on your fingers, … Read more
Parakeets can puff up for a variety of reasons; some totally benign, others a potential cause for concern. Usually, puffing up is a simple sign of some basic emotion such as being tired, happy or excited. It could indicate your parakeet is cold, or in the worst case, it could be a sign your parakeet … Read more
I’ve run into this issue multiple times over the last few weeks. It’s never happened before and I’m not sure why all of a sudden it’s started to occur. My conure keeps biting me out of nowhere, I don’t believe it’s something I’m doing wrong as I believe he’s a happy parrot. I tried various … Read more
Over a remote village in the Moskitia region of Honduras flies the critically endangered Central American subspecies of scarlet macaw. In admiration of these beautiful rainbow birds and in dedication to their cause, one man once called Rus Rus his home. His name was Tomas Manzanares, a respected leader of the indigenous village. One day, … Read more
Eclectus parrots are a great breed to own for a whole host of reasons. They’re one of the most popular in the world, being relatively low maintenance and easy to look after. One thing that a lot of potential owners are looking for in a new parrot, though, is its inclination for physical affection—so are … Read more
For first-time parrot owners, one of the biggest shocks can often be just how aggressive these little birds can get. But this varies a great deal between different species of parrot, and where one species might have a real problem with aggression, another might be a really cool cucumber—so what about Eclectus parrots? Are they … Read more