According to pop culture, parrots and crackers go hand-in-hand. One of the first sayings you might teach your parrot is, “Polly want a cracker?” You see it in movies, books, […]
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Can You Give Parrots Lettuce?
Vegetables should account for around 10% to 15% of a parrot’s diet. Parrots must be fed a balanced diet to remain healthy, so adding lettuce is one way to give […]
Do Parrots Like Mirrors in Their Cage?
Mirrors and other reflective surfaces fascinate parrots. It’s fun to catch sight of a parrot admiring its reflection and singing to it. Unbeknown to many owners lurks a hidden danger. […]
Should I Get A Male Or Female Parrot?
Before getting a parrot, you’ve no doubt considered whether you should get a male or female. Both sexes have different characteristics, so it’s vital to think about what traits and […]
How Do Parrots Get Their Colors?
Parrots are known for their vibrant colors. However, as beautiful as parrots are, their coloration is actually essential to their survival and evolution. Parrots have a unique set of pigments […]
Parrot Stopped Talking! Can Parrots Lose Their Voice?
It’s natural to feel concerned when your parrot stops talking or refuses to speak. However, it’s unlikely that your parrot has permanently lost its voice. In most cases, following certain […]
How Do Parrots Care for Their Young?
Parrots are genetically programmed to take care of their offspring throughout their early developmental stages. Most parrots belong to the category of K-strategist species, just like humans and other large […]
Do Parrots Need Sunshine?
In the wild, parrots have constant access to sunlight. When flying up to 15 miles per day in search of food, parrots are exposed to bright UV rays. Even when […]
How Much Exercise Do Parrots Need?
Parrots need exercise. In the wild, a parrot might travel 15 miles a day to search for food. In its cage, your parrot will be far more sedentary. Ensuring that […]
10 Best Parrots for Beginners (And Why!)
Parrots can make good pets because they’re intelligent, entertaining, good company, full of personality, and have beautiful-colored feathers. However, parrots can also be high maintenance, socially demanding, messy, and nippy. […]
How Bad Is A Macaw Bite? (Bite Force, Injuries + Finger Loss)
Macaws are large parrots with a reputation for delivering painful bites. You may have heard horror stories about macaws biting off the fingers of their owners. If a macaw delivers […]
Why Is My Parrot Drooling?
It may seem harmless to find your parrot drooling, but this isn’t the case. A parrot’s beak and tongue are almost always dry, especially the tip of the tongue. Drooling […]