Choosing where to put a parrot’s cage isn’t as easy as you’d think. Parrots have specific living requirements, and if you don’t meet them, they risk developing health and behavioral […]
Care Guides
Should I Cover My Parrot At Night? [Pros + Cons of Cage Covers]
Whether you should cover a cage at night depends on how well your parrot sleeps and whether anything in its environment prevents it from resting. Some parrots sleep better with […]
How Long Can A Parrot Go Without Food? [Small + Large Birds]
Wild parrots begin foraging for food shortly after the sun rises. Food can sometimes be hard to find or reach during extreme weather conditions. Small parrots can survive 24 hours […]
Do Parrots Get Bored? [How To Tell + What To Do About It]
Parrots become bored without toys, enrichment, cage space, attention, and companionship. Boredom leads to stress, depression, low appetite, vocalizations, and destructive behaviors. Because parrots are such intelligent creatures, owners must […]
How Often Should You Bathe A Parrot? [Wash vs. Spray Pet Birds]
Parrots can be messy birds, so they sometimes get covered in food particles, juices from fruit, dirt, excretions, and feather dust. Aside from cleansing the skin and keeping feathers looking […]
What To Do With A Dead Parrot [A Full Guide with State Laws]
When your pet parrot dies, an immediate concern is deciding what to do with the body. However, you must decide soon, ideally within 1-2 days of your parrot’s passing. When […]
Different Types of Fischer’s Lovebirds [Genetics + Mutations Guide]
Fischer’s lovebirds are native to Africa. Specifically, they’re found south and southeast of Lake Victoria in northern Tanzania and a small area of east-central Africa. Fischer’s lovebirds have bright green […]
Are Parrots Legal In America? A State-by-State Guide!
Parrots aren’t native to North America (aside from the thick-billed Parrot). The various parrots were brought in from other countries, which may also be bred from imported parrots. Parrots are […]
How To Take Care Of African Grey Parrots [A Full Guide]
Known as the “Einstein of the parrot world,” African greys are the smartest parrots. They require lots of care to avoid boredom, but they make loyal, friendly, communicative, and affectionate […]
How Much Exercise Do Parrots Need? [Duration + Frequency]
Wild parrots travel up to 30 miles a day foraging for food. In a cage, parrots are more sedentary. Ensuring that a parrot gets its heart rate up and its […]
Should You Clip a Parrots Wings? [Pros vs. Cons of Wing Clipping]
Wing clipping is a normal part of keeping a parrot for some owners, while for others clipping a parrot’s wings as being unnecessary or cruel. Nearly all parrots can fly, […]
How To Deal With Parrot Dust (And Why It Matters!)
Parrots with an oil-based coating on their feathers produce less dust, while those with powder-based coatings produce more dust. To reduce parrot dust, encourage your parrot to bathe. You can […]