Most wild varieties of mushrooms are poisonous. Even edible mushrooms can contain agaritine, hydrazine, and formaldehyde. While humans can consume these toxic compounds in small quantities, they’re deadly for parrots. […]

Wild parrots rely on nuts, such as cashews, for sustenance. However, you might be concerned about cashews’ fat and calorie content, especially for sedentary pet parrots. Cashews are good for […]

Since parrots need a nutritious diet, you may want to feed them peppers for dietary diversity. Peppers are spicy fruits, so many owners are concerned about unsettling the parrot’s digestive […]

Citrus fruits are from the Rutaceae family. They’re native to tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, Island Southeast Asia, and northeastern Australia, where many parrot species live. The genus citrus […]

Parrots are omnivorous animals, eating insects and occasional carrion. These are the main protein sources for parrots, which are essential for their feathers, beaks, claws, eggs, and physical development. Usually, […]

Feeding parrots a healthy, balanced diet is essential to their health and well-being. Dietary protein provides essential amino acids, so ensure parrots get enough of this vital macronutrient. Protein should […]

Parrots like the taste of coconut as it has a rich yet subtle flavor. Also, coconut flesh (meat) has an enticing scent with a chewy texture that keeps the beak […]

Watermelon is a sweet and flavorful fruit from the gourd family that most parrots like. If you want to add variety to a parrot’s diet, we need to know if […]

Parrots thrive on a balanced diet with a wide selection of fruits. Not only is most fruit healthy and nutritious, but pecking it is a source of mental stimulation. Once […]

Parrots have a unique digestive tract. They don’t chew their food like mammals because they lack teeth, relying on their digestive system to do the work. All organs within the […]

Wild parrots sometimes graze on dandelions when foraging for food in the wild. Dandelion flowers (Taraxacum officinale), which translates to “disorder remedy,” are bright yellow wild plants. They have a […]

Chocolate is high on the list of banned human foods for parrots, primarily due to the alkaloid theobromine found in cocoa. The darker the chocolate, the more theobromine it’ll contain. […]