Parrots stand on shoulders because it mimics the high vantage points encountered in the wild, such as standing on the branches of tall trees. It’s an opportunity for parrots to […]
Questions And Answers
What Bones Do Parrots Have? (Skeletal System + Anatomy)
Parrots’ skeletons are similar to our own, containing similar bones. However, parrots’ bones are shaped differently to humans to meet their day-to-day survival needs. How many bones do parrots have? […]
What Predators Hunt Parrots? (Land + Airborne Animal Threats)
Even in captivity, parrots are always assessing their environment for dangers. A pet parrot may be skittish and easily scared of sudden movements or noises, perceiving these as potential threats. […]
Is It Better To Have One or Two Lovebirds?
Lovebirds (Agapornis) got their name based on the intense, lasting bonds they form with each other. It’s common for paired lovebirds to mate for life, so it’s assumed they must […]
Biggest to Smallest Macaw Types (with Size Chart + Pictures)
Macaws are among the world’s largest parrot species. Confusingly, some macaws are called ‘minis’ because they’re not as big. However, even mini macaws aren’t small parrots. The world’s biggest macaw […]
Why Do Parrots Have Holes in Their Beaks? (Interramal Space)
Parrots have holes in their beaks underneath the lower jaw or mandible. At first glance, it’s just a fleshy gap that looks like a piece of the beak is missing. […]
Why Do African Grey Parrots Have Red Tails?
African greys have bright red tails that are easy to see against their light grey plumage. Despite the old fable that tells how African greys got their tails from red […]
How Much Does A Senegal Parrot Cost?
Senegal parrots are distinct due to their eye-catching gray, yellow, and green colors. Their heads are gray, while their wings and chest are green with bright yellow bellies. Well-socialized Senegal […]
What Is The Difference Between A Parakeet And A Parrot?
Parakeets are part of the Psittaciformes family, with almost 400 species across over 90 genera. Parrots in the superfamily Psittacoidea are known as true parrots, and parakeets are in this […]
Are Parrots Dangerous Pets?
The main dangers of introducing a pet parrot to your home revolve around infectious diseases, unexpected acts of aggression, and the side effects of fecal waste and feather dust. Any […]
Should I Get A Male Or Female Parrot? (Which Is Better?)
Deciding whether to get a male or female parrot isn’t easy. Both sexes have different characteristics, so consider which physical and behavioral traits you’d like before settling on a pet […]