The cuttlebone is the long, oblong shell of the cuttlefish, a marine cephalopod that resembles a squid. Cuttlebone is applied to many animal habitats, including bird cages. Among the main […]

Whether red, green, or blue, parrots have beautiful feathers. So, you’ll want to maintain their feathers by washing the parrot, but this is seldom necessary. Parrots rarely need to be […]

While molting is a natural process for all African grey parrots, it mustn’t be confused with feather plucking, which involves a parrot forcibly removing healthy feathers from its body with […]

A calcium deficiency in parrots is a common nutritional problem. Wild parrots gain the calcium they need from a diverse diet and get the vitamin D3 needed to absorb calcium […]

Parrots can become constipated due to an inappropriate diet (low in fiber), dehydration (not drinking enough water), a lack of exercise, cloacoliths, or gastroenteritis due to poor husbandry. Constipation is […]

Parrots have proportionately larger and more sensitive respiratory systems than humans, enabling them to get oxygen (which is in low supply at high altitudes) while flying. The respiratory sensitivity of […]

Seizures are common in parrots, especially African greys, Amazon parrots, and parakeets. Causes of seizures in parrots include head injuries, inhaling toxins, dehydration, malnutrition, overheating, and underlying health concerns. Seizures […]

Parrots originate from far-flung hotspots like Madagascar and Indonesia, thriving in warm and sunny weather. Unsurprisingly, psittacines are less likely to be happy and healthy in cold temperatures. The optimal […]

Owners sometimes hear loud squawking and screaming or observe panicked behavior in a parrot’s cage at night. If so, something in the bird’s environment has likely triggered a night terror. […]

Most parrots hail from tropical and subtropical climates, so they need exposure to the sun’s Uv rays in captivity to remain mentally and physically healthy. Sunlight is vital to a […]

A parrot’s plumage should be bright and colorful. You’ll see a healthy bird preening regularly, so its feathers will be free from dirt/debris, perfectly aligned, and glowing with vitality. A […]

Ringworm (dermatophytosis) is a fungal skin infection that can affect bird species. It’s rare but most common in young parrots and those with pre-existing medical conditions. When a parrot is […]