As I was putting my cockatiels to bed the other night, I noticed that they had all puffed up their feathers and were snuggling up together. I thought this was an adorable image and didn’t really think much of it until later, when I realized I’d never seen that behavior before. I hadn’t had them … Read more
I was sitting in the living room whistling away quietly to myself the other day, when I was very surprised to hear my cockatiel apparently whistling back to me from all the way upstairs. I’d never had this before, and even though all the doors were open, I was really surprised that it was able … Read more
One of the reasons birds can make such great pets is the way they interact with their owners. In addition to bonding, they’ll often talk to their owners, engaging in conversation, mimicking sounds, and repeating words or phrases. The ability to talk is a key trait, but not all birds are strong talkers. That got … Read more
I’ve been a bird lover my whole life. Had pet birds since my parents first allowed me to when I was young. However, ironically, I’m also a lover of peace and quiet. So, over the years, I’ve generally leaned towards quieter parrots. I was having a conversation with a friend about his cockatiels the other … Read more
For one of the broader species of parrots, macaws tend to be one of the most sought-after parrots for their playful and active tendencies, making them an excellent parrot to adopt for any living situation. Plus, there are over 19 different species of Macaws, meaning there’s a wide-spread variation of Macaws for people to select … Read more
When it comes to a parrot and raising them, their lifespan is usually the most discussed area before anything else. Considering we all want our parrots to live as long as possible, it makes for a fascinating discussion to see how we can lengthen their lifespan. On top of that, it’s also worthwhile to see … Read more