Sour crop (also known as crop stasis) is commonly observed in hand-reared chicks due to inadequate feeding techniques. Also, adult parrots can develop sour crop due to bacterial and viral […]
Health And Wellness
Do Parrots Get Depressed? (Signs of Sad + Unhappy Pet Birds)
Parrots are highly intelligent birds that experience intense, human-like emotions. While many emotions are positive, others are negative, like low mood, jealousy, anger, and fear. A pet parrot can become […]
Scissor Beak in Parrots: Causes, Treatment + Prevention
Scissor beak in parrots (also called ‘crooked beak’ or ‘crossed beak’) happens when the upper and lower beak grow sideways but in opposite directions, forming a scissor-like cross when it’s […]
17 Common Signs of Old Age in Parrots
Compared to most animals, parrots live long lives and age slowly. However, they won’t look and behave the same for their entire lives. Instead, certain signs reveal that a parrot […]
Can Parrots Get Conjunctivitis? (Pink Eye Infections in Pet Birds)
Conjunctivitis in parrots (also known as pink eye or red eye) is caused by foreign bodies in the eye, bacterial or fungal infections, trauma, and parasites. The signs and symptoms […]
Why Is My Parrot Limping? (Lame Foot, Curled Feet + Weak Legs)
Parrots’ feet and legs can be temporarily or permanently harmed in many ways, resulting in lameness or limping. Parrots limp when their feet, claws, legs, or joints cause discomfort. Liping […]
Can Parrots Die from Stress? (Physical + Behavioral Warnings)
Stress is among the most basic emotional responses, which can aid survival in birds. Short bursts of stress, called acute stress, enable parrots to escape dangerous and life-threatening situations. Unfortunately, […]
Is Apple Cider Vinegar Safe for Parrots?
Apple cider comes from the juice of apples. Then, it’s exposed to the air for a few weeks, where it ferments into alcohol. This creates hard cider, which is fermented […]
Why Does My Parrot Sneeze? (Runny Nose vs. No Discharge)
Parrots sneeze once or twice a day to clear the airways. Any problems can usually be resolved by making environmental and husbandry changes, such as vacuuming or adding humidity to […]
What Does It Mean When Your Parrot’s Feet Are Hot?
Parrots have higher body temperatures than humans, so their feet feel abnormally warm to us. Also, parrots use body parts not covered in feathers to regulate body heat on hot […]
How To Get Rid of Mites on Parrots
The most common mites affecting parrots are Dermanyssus gallinae (bird mites or red mites), Knemidokoptes pilae (scaly-face mites), and Sternostoma tracheacolum (air sac mites). Parrot mites can be removed with […]