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How many perches should be in a birdcage?

If you have settled on the ideal cage for your pet bird, now is the time to figure out how to furnish and equip it so that your feathered friend can really thrive in their new home. One of the key items you will need to install in your pet birds cage will be perches. […]

What is a Group of Parrots Called?

A group of parrots creates a lot of noise and color. Doubtless, for this reason, a group of parrots is called a ‘pandemonium’ as well as a flock! Are Parrots Sociable With Each Other? Parrots are some of the most sociable birds out there. They’re sociable not only with each other but with people with […]

How much does a parrot cost? ( 2021 USA and UK prices)

The color, vivacity, character, and flair of parrots mean that they will always be in demand as aspirational pets. These engaging creatures, from the psittacine family, come in a range of sizes with a kaleidoscope of color and temperaments to suit most owners. However, buying a parrot to keep is a significant investment with ongoing […]

How to Raise and Care for a Baby Parrot ( 2021 )

Perhaps you are looking to breed parrots or have just received a juvenile parrot to keep as a pet. Whatever the reason, familiarity with how to raise and care for a baby parrot will ensure success in raising a parrot that thrives. In this concise guide, we will provide an overview of the techniques, pitfalls, […]

Rose-Ringed Parakeet Complete Care Guide

Having a pet is one of the most significant commitments that you could undertake. It requires a lot of time, dedication, and care, regardless of the type of pet you have. And although caring for pets can be time-consuming and expensive, you will have a life-long companion. Bird keeping has become very popular in modern-day […]

Can parrots eat cucumber?

Cucumbers are a great go-to food for parrots because they are not only completely safe but are also low in sugar which means they can be eaten liberally by your bird. This means, unlike many fruits you can serve up cucumbers with confidence. This originally South Asian native vine fruit may well have been part […]

Can Parrots Eat Grapes? ( Size and Portions )

Finding new treats and taste experiences for your pet parrot is one of the really enjoyable aspects of caring for these remarkable birds. There is nothing more satisfying than seeing them enjoy something that they like, but you can have too much of a good thing! You may be wondering if your parrot will enjoy […]

Best Family Parrots – 5 Parrots that love large families

Parrots can be wonderful additions to your family. But not all breeds have the same temperament. Some birds tend to be more affectionate, and others need a lot more attention and training before they can become great pets. Before you get a new parrot, it’s important to know all about the parrot’s temperament and care […]

What do Wild Parakeets Eat?

They prefer the green seedheads of grass and secondarily the dried seed. They will also eat vegetation too including tender roots, shoots, plant buds, and eucalypt leaves. You might think the life of a caged parakeet is positively pampered compared to its wild counterpart, but, as you’ll find, wild parakeets are living the good life […]

How Much Water Does a Macaw Drink Each Day?

Clean, fresh, water is a must for both man and Macaw. Like us, your parrot’s body is just over 75% water, and to stay at its best your Macaw needs access to a generous water supply. For birds like Macaw’s, water has primacy over food so it’s important you get this right. Read this short […]

How Long Should A Parrot’s Claws Be?

If you are wondering how long a parrot’s claws should be, you may be seeking to evade an important task that many parrot owners dread. Trimming your parrot’s nails is not for the fainthearted but it is necessary for a parrot’s health. In their natural habitats, the active lifestyle of wild parrots including foraging, climbing […]

Should Cockatiels Be Covered At Night?

Cockatiels are naturally diurnal, which means that they are active during the day. While they may appreciate a cover for a brief, hour or so-long nap, it should never be left on during the day for any longer. At nighttime, on the other hand, some Cockatiels will prefer a cover. It typically depends on the […]