Since parrots’ predators are often airborne, such as hawks, eagles, and owls, they must remain hidden. Most parrots are secondary nesters, making nests in tree cavities, caves, cliff sides, and […]
Behavior
Why Do Parrots Break, Throw, Drop, or Eat Their Eggs?
If a parrot lays eggs and begins incubating them, you may think chicks will soon follow. However, there are still dangers ahead because some parrots destroy their eggs. Parrots break […]
What Is The Friendliest Macaw? [Most Gentle + Best Temperament]
Known as gentle giants, macaws are among the most loving and affectionate parrots. However, some types of macaws are friendlier than others. Hyacinth macaws have gentle personalities and love to […]
What Does It Mean When A Parrot Hisses? [11 Possible Reasons]
Parrots have keen observational skills and are highly attuned to the emotions and actions of others, which translates to a wariness of their surroundings. Inquisitive as they might be, parrots […]
Why Won’t My Parrot Come Out Of Its Cage?
Parrots normally enjoy getting out of their cage to stretch their legs and flap their wings. So, when a parrot refuses to leave its cage, you’ll need to check for […]
Do Parrots Grieve? (Loss of Babies, Mate, Bird, Owner Dies)
Parrots can experience a range of complex emotions. If a bird has recently lost a close companion, you may be concerned that your parrot is grieving. Parrots form strong bonds […]
Why Is My Parrot Scared of Everything?
Sudden movements, loud noises, pets, people, and moving or reorganizing their cage can scare parrots. They may claw, bite, lunge, scream, or show other fearful or defensive behaviors. Parrots will […]
How Bad Is A Macaw Bite? (Bite Force, Injuries + Finger Loss)
Macaws are large parrots that can deliver dangerous and painful bites. You’ve likely read stories about macaws severing and biting off fingers, meaning a bite can be delivered with crushing […]
Are Parrots Afraid Of Thunder? [Fearful vs. Excited Reaction]
The loud noises that thunder makes can be terrifying for pets. When thunder arrives unexpectedly, the loud noise can startle captive parrots, resulting in fearful and defensive behavior. Some parrots […]
Why Do Parrots Shake Their Heads Side to Side?
Most parrot body language is easy to decipher because it’s common among parrots, such as head bobbing, hanging upside down, fluffing their feathers, tail bobbing, and beak grinding. However, sometimes […]
Why Is My Parrot Getting So Aggressive? [Lunging, Biting + Attacking]
Your parrot may have started calm and mild-mannered but turned hostile and aggressive. Actions could include lunging, biting, and full-on attacking. Parrots aren’t aggressive animals, and meanness doesn’t come naturally […]
Do Quaker Parrots Like To Cuddle?
Quaker parrots are extremely intelligent, comical, and friendly birds. They’re also quite high maintenance, so not everyone can handle giving them the level of attention and care that they need […]