Hormonal fluctuations trigger significant mood swings. Juvenile parrots go through a “bluffing” phase akin to puberty. This can turn an even-tempered parrot into an unpredictable aggressor. Parrots also experience mood […]
Behavior
How Hard Can A Cockatoo Bite? (Bite Force PSI)
If you scrutinize the lower mandible of a cockatoo, you’ll notice that the “U-shape” is absent. When a cockatoo delivers a bite, the beak has three attack points, creating significant […]
Why Do Parrots Shake Their Heads Side to Side?
Head shaking in parrots can have several meanings or no meaning, depending on the species, bird’s quirks, and circumstances. It’s most common among Quaker parrots and African grays. Parrots shake […]
How Bad Is A Macaw Bite? (Bite Force, Injuries + Finger Loss)
Macaws are large parrots that can deliver dangerous bites. You’ve likely read stories about macaws severing and biting off fingers, meaning a bite can be issued with crushing force. A […]
Are Parrots Afraid of Thunder? (Effects of Storms)
The loud noises of thunder and sudden flashes of lightning can be terrifying for pet parrots. When a storm arrives, the change in environmental conditions can startle and scare them. […]
How To Stop Resource Guarding in Parrots
“Food guarding” involves a parrot jealously defending its food dish, refusing to allow you to remove it from the cage, or preventing other birds from accessing its contents. The more […]