Parrots, pretty much across the board, are highly social creatures. In the wild, they at the very least mate for life with another parrot if not spending their whole life as part of a large flock. So, if you’ve got a conure, or are considering one, you may be wondering whether or not they need … Read more
Keeping warm is one of a handful of absolute basic necessities for most living organisms. Our parrots, virtually without exception, come from some of the most humid and warm habitats on Earth. So, with that in mind, do parakeets get cold? Yes, parakeets get cold. They are used to a certain temperature in the wild … Read more
Parrotlets are popular for, among other things, one of their most distinct features—they tiny size. Contained among the multiple species of parrotlets are the smallest of all domestic parrot species. With this in mind, then, many wonder one thing—are they noisy? As parrots go, parrotlets are certainly some of the quieter species. They certainly make … Read more
Recently, my son began asking for a pet. I knew that he would thrive best with a pet that was relatively intelligent and he could teach a few commands too, but I didn’t think our lifestyle was suited best for a dog. I work long hours, and he wouldn’t be able to care for a … Read more
A lot of our breakfasts would be a lot sadder if it weren’t for yogurt. It’s a great staple, filled with nutritional benefits for us, and incredibly tasty. We benefit so much from it that it’s natural to wonder if it’s safe for any of our pets, like parrots. So, can conures eat yogurt? No, … Read more
There really are few pleasures equal to a slice of watermelon on a hot summer’s day. This rich fruit is extremely tasty and nutritious for us, and it’s natural to ask the question: can I share this with my conure? They are tropical birds, after all, so can conures eat watermelon? Yes, conures can eat … Read more