Parakeets can eat asparagus in strict moderation. It’s not something they should eat regularly as it has natural diuretic properties, and this can make your bird dehydrated. It’s also very nutrient rich for them and so should only be fed in small amounts. Too much will quickly turn bad for them. Like most raw vegetables, … Read more
While it is not impossible for parakeets and Quaker parrots to get along, you cannot simply put them in the same cage as and when. The Quaker will get very territorial and in the worst case may even kill the parakeet. If they are raised together they can bond, but even then it requires careful … Read more
Whether you have a pet parakeet or are just interested in birds, the sounds they make can be fascinating. In fact, whenever I hear a bird making noises, I wonder what all of the various sounds are about. But what do the different types of parakeet sounds actually mean? Here’s a list of sounds and … Read more
Parakeets can puff up for a variety of reasons; some totally benign, others a potential cause for concern. Usually, puffing up is a simple sign of some basic emotion such as being tired, happy or excited. It could indicate your parakeet is cold, or in the worst case, it could be a sign your parakeet … Read more
There are a few reasons a parakeet might die suddenly, heat sensitivity perhaps chief among them. Parakeets can overheat very quickly and this can lead to death quicker than you might expect. Other causes could include ingestion of toxic foods, communicable diseases or infections like viruses and bacteria. Sudden death of our pets is not … Read more
Parakeets bob their heads for a couple of reasons, chief among them being simply trying to get the attention of others. Whether that’s other parakeets or humans, this is by far the most common reason. They may also do it out of boredom, anxiety or sickness, in rare cases. Head bobbing in parakeets is almost … Read more