Although there are approximately 115 different varieties of parakeets, only the Australian parakeet is commonly kept as a pet. This breed is popular as they’re easy to raise, affectionate, and […]
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Why Do Parakeets Kiss Each Other?
When parakeets are together, they have their own special way of interacting. It can sometimes be hard to tell if a pair loves or hates each other. One common habit […]
Why Do Parrots Eat Their Own Poop?
Parrots shouldn’t be eating their own feces. They are not coprophagic animals and don’t naturally glean nutrients from poop. Instead, parrots only resort to this behavior when they have no […]
17 Signs of Old Age in Parrots
Compared to other animals, parrots live long lives and age slowly. However, they won’t look and behave the same way for their entire lives. Instead, many signs give away that […]
Which Parrot Makes The Least Noise? (with Decibel Level Chart)
Parrots aren’t quiet pets. In the wild, they make a wide variety of sounds to communicate with other parrots. While all parrots vocalize frequently, smaller parrots are usually much quieter […]
How Do Parrots Catch Their Prey?
While parrots are omnivores, some species occasionally eat live prey. This includes insects such as mealworms, caterpillars, grasshoppers, snails, and termites. However, kea parrots sometimes eat newborn chicks and eggs. […]
Do Parrots Get Bored?
Parrots thrive in environments where there are fun things to do. Without toys, games, and human interaction to entertain them, parrots will soon become bored, leading to stress, low mood, […]
How Much Sleep Do Parrots Need?
Parrots require plenty of shut-eye, so owners should familiarize themselves with their sleeping habits. Parrots’ ability to rest depends on when you turn off the lights, shut off all sounds, […]
Why Do Parrots Stand on Shoulders?
Most parrots love perching on their owner’s shoulders. The shoulders provide an opportunity for these curious and inquisitive birds to explore and survey their living environment from a safe vantage […]
16 Causes of Sudden Death in Parrots
Coping with the sudden death of a pet parrot can be hard, especially if it was young. Naturally, you want to know why it died. Parrots can die unexpectedly for […]
Can Parrots Be Attracted To Humans?
Sometimes, parrots go from being loving and affectionate toward their owners to acting inappropriately around them. This causes some to wonder whether their parrots are attracted to humans. Parrots become […]
Can Parrots Get Conjunctivitis? [A Complete Guide]
Conjunctivitis can be caused by foreign bodies in the eye, bacterial or fungal infections, trauma, and parasites. Symptoms include red eyes, swollen eyelids, weeping or discharge from the eyes and […]