Many of us are familiar with the white and light pink cockatoo. Their beautiful feathers and occasionally colorful crests and tails are signature traits of the most common domestic varieties of cockatoo. But did you know that there are also black cockatoos? In fact, there are five types of black cockatoo, all with iconic … Read more
I’m working to incorporate more vegetables into my diet and recently tried swiss chard. The colorful leafy greens are similar to kale and very tasty when cooked. I had some leftover chard, which got me thinking about adding it to what I feed my parrots, but I wanted to make sure it’s safe, which led … Read more
As a proud parrot-owner, I’m always excited to talk with other bird lovers. I’ve owned parrots for years so I get plenty of questions from newcomers who want to get a bird but aren’t sure if they’re ready. One question I’ve been getting more often is about parrotlets. I thought we should explore these lovely … Read more
A day ago, I saw a lone feather float to the ground, and I began to consider the various reasons why birds, particularly cockatiels, lose their feathers. Cockatiels are known for their distinct feather color and pattern. For many owners, the loss of feathers can be worrying when trying to figure out why. Especially as … Read more
As bird lovers we want to provide the absolute best homes for our parrots. They are incredibly social creatures. A question often arises about whether it is better to keep our birds in pairs or alone so that they can bond with us humans. Macaws in particular love companionship, so it is worth looking into … Read more
As bird lovers, we don’t just want to know how to take care of our birds in our homes. We want to know their history, where they come from, and how it impacts their behaviors. Recently I was thinking about the background of the Amazon parrot. I was curious about their bright colors, their high … Read more