Many foods that are a staple in every kitchen such as onions can be harmful to parrots. Onions are a common ingredient in almost every dish and are considered to be a healthy vegetable. However, they are toxic to parrots…
The mating process in parrots is not as straightforward as it is in mammals. Parrots mate once or twice a year, typically as spring comes around. During the breeding season, parrots experience hormonal changes that activate their reproductive instincts. When…
If you think parrots are the only intelligent animal species with charming abilities like mimicry, dancing, and socializing, you might be wrong. Dolphins are regarded as one of the smartest animals on earth and they showcase a remarkable set of…
Every year around the same time, parrots become what can be described as little mean monsters. During the springtime, they experience an increased production of reproductive hormones, which basically tells their bodies to breed and reproduce. The raging hormones bring…
Parrots exhibit many funny quirks, but none are as adorable as the head bob. You may have seen your parrot bounce its head up and down like it is in a rock concert head-banging for the first time. And in…
Spaying or neutering in parrots is not an elective procedure, as it often is with cats and dogs. Veterinarians consider surgical sterilization for parrots only when it is medically necessary. Any form of surgery on birds, including spaying or neutering,…
Sexing parrots can be difficult, especially if they are not grown adults. Unlike most other animals, parrots do not have visible external genitalia through which their sex can be determined. In addition to that, most parrot species are sexually monomorphic,…
During the summer months, I like to grow raspberries in my garden. It’s an easy way to get sweet, juicy, and organic raspberries straight to my bowl. Raspberries are a refreshing fruit with a myriad of health benefits. But it’s…
Strawberries make a sweet and juicy snack that is also incredibly healthy. As summertime approaches, many of us like to munch on a bowl of red strawberries. But are these summer treats good for parrots too? Parrots can safely eat…
If you’ve had a parrot for any amount of time now, you know that they are always waiting for that door to open so they can get outside and play with you. They are social creatures who love spending time…
