Some parrot species have been found in non-native regions, often favoring parks and gardens. They’re drawn to safe locations with abundant food and natural resources. For example, ring-necked parakeets (green […]
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Can You Release A Parrot Into The Wild? (Freeing Pet Birds)
If you release a pet parrot into the wild, its chances of survival are low. Pet parrots become dependent on their owners. They won’t have a flock, can’t identify which […]
Why Are Onions Bad for Parrots? (Raw And Cooked)
Red onions, spring onions, leeks, and shallots – both raw and cooked – are bad for parrots. Onions (Allium cepa), including garlic and chives, should never be fed to parrots […]
How To Stop A Parrot from Chewing Furniture (Advice + Tips)
Parrots’ curved beaks must be worn down to prevent them from becoming overgrown, misaligned, or misshapen. So, they often chew on household furniture, clothing, electrical wires, curtains, etc. While chewing […]
Can Parrots Eat Olives (And Their Pits)?
Olives (Olea europaea) are small stone fruits (drupes) that are safe for parrots to eat. No part of the olive, including the stone (pit), is toxic. Olives are an excellent […]
Are Parrots Left or Right Footed? (Handedness)
About 80% of parrots favor using one side of their body, usually the left. Handedness enables parrots to forage for food more efficiently and avoid mid-air and head-on collisions during […]