While there is a lot of information about bird nutrition, there is little information out there about nutritional requirements for parrots. And if you have one at home, it can be challenging and frustrating to let the nutrition of your bird be based on guessing and trial and error. A parrot, just like other birds … Read more
I can’t go to sleep without some sort of cover, be it a blanket, a quilt or even a sheet on those hot summer nights. I also need the light off and the door shut. Are parrots the same? Do they need their cage covered at night? The answer is: it depends. There are a … Read more
In what originally began as a medieval torture method, it has become the favourable method of producing a quirky smile on the faces of infants and animals alike. That’s right, today we’re talking about the tickles. More specifically, whether or not our feathery little friends can be tickled, and whether or not they enjoy it. … Read more
For many people who want to keep some parrots, one of the first questions they usually ask themselves is will they attract mice? If you don’t know the answer to that question, don’t you worry, in this article we are going to see if parrots can attract rodents into their aviaries. So do parrots attract … Read more
Whether it’s the beautiful colorful delight of the macaw species or the gorgeous glow of the African Grey. We can all agree, that a parrot’s feathers are exactly what makes them so beautiful. Unlike other pets such as dogs and cats, parrots (and all birds) are somewhat unique in terms of their outer appearance. And … Read more
There are approximately 393 species of parrot and 92 genera, typically found in tropical or subtropical regions. There are three families of parrot, true parrots, cockatoos and New Zealand parrots. Have you ever asked yourself whether parrots can mate with other birds? Is it wise to crossbreed these birds? Let’s dive in and find out. … Read more