Umbrella cockatoos are known for their dramatic plumage and delightful personalities. Many prospective parrot owners that I talk to are curious about these sweet birds. They especially want to know how trainable they are. The…
I had a friend asking for advice on a first-time parrot for their young son recently. We had a long conversation about care in general and the kind of commitment she’s preparing him for, and…
I was talking with my neighbor the other day about the noise I could hear coming from his apartment. He has been a parrot owner for a long time but recently added a new species…
I’ve been debating recently about whether I should welcome a new species of parrot into my home. I’ve always loved owning parrots, but I haven’t had one for a couple of months since my last…
All parrots demonstrate a wide range of unusual and curious behaviors. One of the hardest parts of keeping a parrot is learning to understand and interpret all of the things it does, what they mean,…
There has always been a particular kind of affinity, or connection, between humans and animals that has been built on mutual love. This affinity is why domesticating pets has become an instinct of man, and…