It’s not always easy to distinguish male and female parrots due to a lack of sexual dimorphism. Macaws, pionus, and conures show no differences between the sexes, so DNA testing […]
Questions And Answers
Can You Sleep with Your Parrot?
It’s easy to fall asleep when a parrot’s warm, relaxed, and comfortably nestled against you. However, you should never sleep next to a parrot due to the risk of asphyxiation, […]
Do Parrots Have Vocal Cords? (A Bird’s Voice Box Is The Syrinx!)
As parrots are natural mimics, many people think they have vocal cords. After all, parrots can sing songs, make contact calls to their flock, and speak clearly in English. No, […]
Why Do Parrots Live Longer Than Other Birds?
Parrots make excellent life-long companions due to their longevity. Some large parrots, like macaws, live for up to 60 years in the wild and even longer in the safety of […]
Can You Have A Pet Parrot in The UK? (Is It Legal or Illegal?)
Parrots are legal to own in the UK and are among the most popular pets. However, prospective owners can encounter paperwork and face legal obstacles when buying rare, protected bird […]
Why Do Parrots Bite Their Feet? (Foot Chewing in Birds)
If you’ve observed a parrot biting its feet, you’re likely wondering what’s responsible. Occasional foot biting is normal, but this behavior indicates a problem if it becomes frequent or obsessive. […]
How To Sterilize Pine Cones for Parrots (in 3 Simple Steps)
Parrots use pine cones as chew toys and impromptu feeders. Unfortunately, many pine cones in the wild, or even in our backyards, are unsuitable. Unless you sanitize pine cones, they […]
Are Straws Safe for Parrots? (Natural vs. Synthetic Types)
Parrots enjoy playing with straws because it’s a fun activity that provides mental stimulation. Straws are good toys for parrots when they’re made from natural and organic materials. Paper and […]
17 Types of Red Parrots (with Pictures)
Parrots feature many beautiful colors, but red is among the most eye-catching. However, parrots are rarely red all over but have some red feathers alongside other colors, like yellow, green, […]
What Is The Price of Lovebirds? (Purchase Price + Monthly Costs)
Lovebirds (Agapornis) are among the sweetest and most loving parrots you can keep as pets. Thanks to their diminutive size, male and female lovebirds are cheaper to care for than […]
Why Do Parrots Fluff Their Feathers? (Why Birds Puff Up)
Puffing up makes a parrot look bigger, which is achieved by vibrating or shaking the skin. This spreads individual feathers apart, making them stand up straight. Puffiness can happen suddenly […]
Do Parakeets Recognize Their Owners? (Face, Voice + Smell)
American parakeets (more commonly called budgies or budgerigars in Europe) can recognize their owner’s face and voice sufficiently to distinguish them from others. Spending time with a parakeet means it’ll […]