Most parrots love the taste of grapes. Parrots have a more developed palate than many birds, ensuring they can taste sweetness as much as sourness and bitterness. If parrots encounter […]
Food And Nutrition
Is Aloe Vera Safe for Parrots? [Juice To Drink + Spray for The Skin]
Most of the aloe vera plant is safe and healing for parrots. Aloe vera gel can heal wounds, stop feather pulling, boost immunity, treat broken nails, and soothe a parrot’s […]
Can Parrots Eat Olives? [Green vs. Black Olives + Their Pits]
While some parrots encounter olives in the wild, common pet breeds like Quaker parrots, cockatiels, and Eclectus parrots hail from Australia, where olives trees are found but less commonplace. Green […]
Can Parrots Eat Pineapple? [Fruit Preparation + How Often]
Parrots are associated with palm trees, sandy beaches, and tropical fruits. So, if your parrot has a sweet tooth, a few chunks of pineapple seem like a healthy treat. Parrots […]
Is Guava Good for Parrots?
Parrots come from all corners of the world, and guava fruit is abundant in the areas they’re native to. Adding guava to your parrot’s diet means that it can benefit […]
Is Bamboo Safe for Parrots? [How To Prepare Bamboo for Birds]
Cooked bamboo shoots have a slightly earthy, woody, and nutty flavor, so many parrots like the taste. Birds also like the texture of cooked bamboo as it’s soft and slightly […]
Do Parrots Need Grit or Gravel To Break Down Their Food?
Grit is a type of fine sand, rock, or gravel consumed by some birds to assist with the breakdown of food. Birds use grit and the gizzard to grind up […]
Why Is Avocado Deadly To Parrots? [Avoid this Toxic Food!]
Avocado is a rich and flavorful pitted fruit. However, some owners make the mistake of feeding avocado to parrots, failing to realize how harmful it is to their health. Never […]
Can Parrots Eat Carrots? [Cooked vs. Raw vs. Carrot Tops]
Birds need a diverse range of natural foods to stay healthy, including carrots. Parrots should eat raw or cooked carrots because they’re among the best sources of beta-carotene (an antioxidant), […]
Is My Parrot Dehydrated? [10 Dehydration Signs + Symptoms]
Parrots are instinctively driven to hide illness, which they do to avoid being seen as ‘easy prey’ by potential predators. Unfortunately for parrot owners, dehydration can be difficult to spot. […]
Can Parrots Eat Cheese? [Lactose Intolerance + Dairy]
Some parrots are drawn to the rich and creamy taste of cheese. If a parrot can smell cheese, it might squawk to let you know that it would like to […]
Can Parrots Drink Coffee? [How About Decaf?]
Parrots may be interested in drinking coffee if they enjoy its smell. Worryingly, all it takes is one small sip of coffee to make your parrot feel unwell. Parrots shouldn’t […]