Category Diet

Avocado has been growing popular as a healthy fruit in recent times. With its rich nutrient profile, it is just as healthy as it is tasteless. But it is not something you should consider giving to your parrots as a…

Yogurt has long been touted as a superfood, praised for its natural probiotic content and numerous health benefits. So much so that it is said it can be safely consumed by people with lactose intolerance.   While it is made from…

Ice cream may seem like the perfect treat on a hot summer day for most of us. But is it for our parrot as well?  The main ingredient in ice cream is milk which is known to cause stomach issues…

Caffeine is toxic to parrots, and you would be surprised to know that tea leaves actually contain more caffeine than coffee beans. That’s right!  But don’t freak out if your parrot accidentally takes a sip of your evening tea. While…

While parrots are not typically considered to be grazers, they do have a diverse diet that includes fruits, vegetables, seeds, nuts, and occasionally grass. Grass can provide essential trace minerals that may be hard to find in other vegetables. And…

As you probably know all parrots are lactose intolerant. And consuming any kind of dairy means more frequent trips to the bathroom and more cleaning for you.  However, when it comes to eating cheese, there are a few exceptions. While…

Our morning cup of coffee is something we can’t do without. It is how we get the energy to start our day. But unlike us, parrots never seem to be low on energy. They do not really need a caffeine…

My parrots never shy away from taking a bite out of my food even when they have a bowl full of food in their cage at all times. And like me, you’ve probably noticed the same.    But chocolate in particular…

Barley is a type of grain commonly used for feeding pigeons, crows, and other city birds. And although it can be safely consumed by all birds, it might not be the most appetizing or appropriate food for some.   Birds…