All parrots are part of the taxonomic order Psittaciformes. To qualify as a parrot, birds must have a hookbill and zygodactyl feet – 4 toes, 2 pointing forward and 2 […]

Birds are the only animal that can imitate human speech. Only a few talking birds exist (like parrots, starlings, and ravens), but they can speak due to their advanced brain […]

Mirrors and other reflective surfaces fascinate parrots. Seeing a parrot admiring its reflection and singing to it cheerily is fun. That said, mirrors can cause confusion and distress for pet […]

Parrots are among the world’s most colorful and eye-catching bird species. Psittaciformes have bright and vibrant feathers, which are part of their evolution and fundamental to survival. According to Current […]

Parrots’ intelligence, memory, and vocal skills rank them above many other clever animals. You may even see them as smarter than cats or dogs. This is a hotly-debated topic because […]

All macaw species can say at least a few words, but some are more gifted talkers than others. Hahn’s macaws, blue and gold macaws, yellow-collared macaws, and severe macaws are […]