What’s instantly clear to anyone starting to get into the parrot-owning scene is that there are a lot of names and species to remember. This can get confusing quite quickly, and you can forget what is what and who is who. Conures are a popular household pet—but are they actually parrots? Yes, conures are parrots. … Read more
Parrots have reputations for a lot of things, and intelligence is certainly one of them. Despite their small size, most parrots have remarkable cognitive abilities. But is this true of cockatiels? They are some of the most popular parrots to own, and they’re beloved for many reasons. But are they smart? Yes, cockatiels are very … Read more
Cockatiels are odd little creatures at times, and it isn’t always easy to understand their behaviors. We form deep bonds with our birds over time, and their behavior ultimately shows us just how deep those bonds run. The image of a parrot sitting on the shoulder of a person is one that is centuries old—but … Read more
I’ve been raising a cockatiel over the last few months as my new companion. I’ve always wanted one, but this is my first time with one, and we’ve been getting along quite well so far. When I was chatting with a friend the other day who also owns a cockatiel, he was amazed at just … Read more
In a recent conversation I was having with a friend of mine, he was looking for my advice on which parrots make the best pets. We had a long talk about all the different responsibilities of parrot ownership, and what kinds of commitments he will need to make. He told me that he basically had … Read more
I’ve had my lovebirds for a good while now, and they’ve always seemed very happy here at home. They get everything they want, all the food and toys they could need, and they have plenty of space inside to fly around and play. I’ve been considering, though, letting them outside to get some fresh air, … Read more