Parrots like eating many of the same foods as people. The problem is that not all human foods are parrot-safe. In fact, there are foods that we eat that are […]

Parrots need a wide variety of fresh fruits in their diet, and bananas are a tropical fruit that’s safe for them to eat. When feeding your parrot a whole banana, […]

Vegetables are an essential part of a parrot’s diet. However, not all vegetables are safe to feed to your parrot. Some contain compounds that parrots cannot eat, while others are […]

According to pop culture, parrots and crackers go hand-in-hand. One of the first sayings you might teach your parrot is, “Polly want a cracker?” You see it in movies, books, […]

Vegetables should account for around 10% to 15% of a parrot’s diet. Parrots must be fed a balanced diet to remain healthy, so adding lettuce is one way to give […]

Geophagy, a term used to describe the process of parrots eating clay, is an interesting phenomenon. Scientists aren’t exactly sure why parrots ingest clay, but there are many theories to […]

Parrots can benefit from eating most vegetables, including carrots. When fed 2-3 times a week, carrots provide a welcome health boost to your parrot. A parrot can eat all parts […]

Owners enjoy sharing their favorite snack foods with pets. Not surprisingly, parrots love sugary foods and will gladly eat biscuits. However, this doesn’t mean that biscuits are healthy for parrots. […]

Blackberries are sometimes referred to as a superfood. Fruits, vegetables, seeds, and nuts should make up around 25% of your parrot’s diet, so blackberries can be a part of your […]

Sugarcane is a perennial tropical grass that grows in Southeast Asia and subtropical countries. It makes a sweet, natural treat for many parrot species that enjoy chewing and tearing the […]

Tea is among the world’s most popular drinks. It’s delicious, refreshing, and offers a range of little-known health benefits. Many owners give tea to parrots, but is tea safe for […]

Parrots really enjoy the taste of seeds. In fact, given the opportunity, many parrots will avoid eating all other foods in favor of a seed-based diet. But, with so many […]