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 […]
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How To Get Rid of Mites on Parrots
Red mites, feather mites, scaly leg mites, scaly face mites, and air sac mites can all infest parrots. Some mites will even burrow into the parrot’s skin. When mites infest […]
What Do Dreams About Parrots Mean?
Whether or not you own a parrot, you may have dreams about these colorful, intelligent birds. Depending on your culture, lifestyle, and opinion on psychology, it can have several meanings. […]
Why Do Parrots Regurgitate Their Food?
As owners, we’ve all seen our parrots regurgitate. However, you may be concerned that this behavior resembles vomiting, gagging, or choking. The parrot might even regurgitate on you or its […]
Significance of Parrots Ingesting Clay
Geophagy, a term used to describe the process of parrots eating clay, is an interesting phenomenon. Scientists aren’t exactly sure why parrots ingest clay, but there are many theories to […]
Should You Clip a Parrots Wings?
Wing clipping is a normal part of keeping a parrot for some owners, while others clipping a parrot’s wings as being unnecessary or cruel. Nearly all parrots have the ability […]
Can Parrots Eat Carrots?
Parrots can benefit from eating most vegetables, including carrots. When fed 2-3 times a week, carrots provide a welcome health boost to your parrot. A parrot can eat all parts […]
What Is The Difference Between A Parakeet And A Parrot?
Parrots and parakeets are commonly mistaken for each other. Even their names are sometimes used interchangeably. However, despite their similar names, there is a difference between a parakeet and a […]
How To Deal With Parrot Dust (And Why It Matters!)
Most bird species produce dust. Parrots with an oil-based coating on their feathers will produce less dust, while those with power-based coatings will produce more dust. The key to dealing […]
Are Parrots Dangerous Pets?
Powerful beaks and strong bite strengths mean that parrots shouldn’t be left alone with children or other unsupervised pets. Parrots aren’t predatory animals, but they can be territorial. Even small […]
Bumblefoot in Parrots: Symptoms, Causes, And Treatment
Bumblefoot is one of the most common foot problems experienced by parrots. All psittacines are prone to this condition, including budgerigars and cockatiels, but it causes greater problems for larger […]
Are Parrots Afraid Of Thunder?
The loud noises that thunder makes can be scary or even terrifying for many domesticated animals. When thunder arrives unexpectedly, the loud noise can startle captive parrots, leading to fearful […]