Avian creatures seem to defy both logic and biology when it comes to aging. They are somewhat of an exception to the rules that determine lifespan. And it’s quite puzzling because they have a faster metabolism and higher normal blood…
Molting is the periodic replacement of feathers that occurs 1-2 times annually in all parrots. It involves the shedding of old feathers to make way for the growth of new ones. During this time you may find more fallen feathers…
When I got my first parrot at the age of 17, I was told by someone in my family that I should keep them in pairs, or else they’d be unhappy. I found that to be untrue as my bird…
Apple cider vinegar is made from three simple ingredients – apples, water, and yeast, making it safe for parrots to consume. The juice of apples is mixed with water and yeast and allowed to ferment, turning the sugars in the…
Parrots may not be able to speak about how they feel but their body language tells you a lot about their mental wellbeing. Being an intelligent and highly social species of birds, parrots are more susceptible to negative emotions than…
Parrots can develop feather-plucking behaviors for different reasons but more often, such destructive tendencies are a manifestation of the mental stressors they face in their daily lives. Sometimes, it can also occur because of certain health conditions, allergies, and dietary…
Once a feather has grown out of the follicle, it is essentially a dead structure with no blood supply. This means the efforts you make to improve your parrot’s feather health will only be visible after the next molting cycle…
Parrots do not have a perfect coat of feathers all year round. It is normal to find a few feathers in your parrot’s cage every now and then. One common reason for feather loss is molting. It is when the…
Puffing up serves various purposes for parrots. When a parrot raises its feathers, it can mean a few different things depending on the other body language signs it exhibits. To understand why your parrot is fluffing up, you need to…
Checking on your parrot’s droppings regularly can be a good way to stay informed on your parrot’s health especially because they have the instinct to hide their illnesses. However, new owners can often get confused while trying to understand the…
