Parrots are naturally scared of people, especially the ones they are not familiar with. It takes a long time for a parrot to trust someone, but once they do, they form a close bond with that person. It is normal…
Some birds have developed adaptions that give them the ability to swim on water, but the same is not true for parrots. Parrots in the wild rarely go near water bodies. They are mostly seen foraging on trees and sometimes…
Parrots are skittish by nature. They usually prefer a hands-off approach when you’re trying to play with them or to get them back to the cage. Parrots also understand intentions when you want to pick them up. If you’re going…
For most of us, alcohol is a part of every festival and celebration. And as is the case with almost everything we have, our parrots always want a taste of it. Your parrot may even try to sneak a sip…
If you’ve observed your parrot closely, you may have noticed that they tend to use one foot more than the other. Whether, it is for grasping food, playing with toys, or making a safe landing even. “Handedness” is a common…
Parrots have a long lifespan and typically mate only once every year. Therefore, reproductive success plays a crucial role in a parrot’s choice and long-term commitment to one partner. In cases where the parrots are not compatible with each other…
Sweet potatoes are an excellent choice of nutritious snack for us humans. They’re high in carbohydrates but have a low glycemic index, which means they do not raise blood sugar much. Also, sweet potatoes offer many essential nutrients in abundance.…
A female parrot can start laying eggs when it reaches sexual maturity. Small Parrots like the Budgies and Cockatiels mature at about 1 year of age, while medium-sized parrots achieve maturity between 1 to 2 years. Larger Parrots usually reach…
It often comes as a surprise to parrot owners when their parrot lays an egg, especially when it is housed alone. Once a parrot is mature, it may or may not lay eggs in captivity. In the wild, egg-laying is…
Many people believe that parrots are not cuddly or that they do not like being touched. This cannot be further from the truth. However, first-time parrot owners who aren’t aware of how to pet their parrots properly often get discouraged…
