Recently, my daughter began asking for a pet. I knew that she really wanted to have a pet that was relatively intelligent and could be taught a few tricks too, but I didn’t think our lifestyle was suited best for a dog. I work longer hours, and she is too young to be able to … Read more
Yes, Eclectus parrots can eat grapes. They are perfectly safe and healthy for them, and come with a lot of great benefits. Nonetheless, they are very nutrient rich, so it’s important that you feed them only in strict moderation. They should be an occasional treat, not an everyday part of the diet. Grapes make a … Read more
Eclectus parrots should have a diet of seeds, fruit, vegetables, and nuts. There are some exceptions, such as onions and avocado. They cannot eat anything outside of this group, including meat, dairy, or really any highly processed food, such as chocolate and coffee. Stick to fruit, veg and seeds. An Eclectus parrot’s diet is really … Read more
For many of us, the day wouldn’t be properly started without a banana. Whether you eat your one first thing in the morning, with lunch, or as a snack in the afternoon, their role in our lives can’t be denied. But what about parrotlets—can we share bananas with them? Yes, parrotlets can eat bananas, and … Read more
Apples—one of, if not the, staple fruit of the western world. They’re in virtually every kitchen and are great as snacks or as ingredients. When they are around this much, it’s natural to cautiously wonder whether we can share them with our parrotlets—so can we? Yes, parrotlets can eat apples. Apples make a great addition … Read more
Cucumber is simple but mighty in a lot of ways. It may not be the most interesting fruit, but where would we be without it? And it’s really healthy in a lot of ways, too, so a common question is can it be shared with parrotlets? Yes, parrotlets can eat cucumber. It’s really tasty and … Read more