African grey diet in the wild discover the secret to your African grey parrot’s health and happiness! African grey parrots are renown for their exceptional talking abilities, but did you know that their dietary needs set them apart from other birds? Explore the fascinating world of the African grey diet and uncover how it differs…
Read MorePhysical features African gray parrotAfrican gray parrot (Psittacus erithacus) perching. African gray parrot the nominate, and most numerous, subspecies, P. erithacus erithacus, sometimes known as the Congo African gray, is silvery gray in colour; the colour is darker on the head and wings and lightens on the belly. Head and body feathers are edged in white, giving…
Read MoreHealthy deit for african grey for parrot species, four specialized diet categories have evolved, granivory (eating grains and seeds, nectarivory (eating nectar) frugivory (eating fruit) and palinivory (eating pollen). For some parrots, we consider a fifth and generalist category, omnivory, which is one that combines one or more of the four specialized plant-food categories with…
Read MoreBREEDING BIRDS Is it unreasonable to try to breed “pet” parrots or tame and interact with a breeding pair. I have pairs of macaws, cockatoos, conures and caiques. I would like to have nice friendly birds that give me an occasional baby. Breeders say you can’t have it both ways. Am I wasting my time?…
Read MoreAmazing Parrot Breed Guide Parrots are some of the most colorful and intelligent birds on the planet. They have captured the hearts of bird lovers and pet owners alike with their stunning feathers, playful personalities, and ability to mimic sounds. Whether you’re considering adding a feathered friend to your home or simply want to learn…
Read MoreEgg laying chicken breeds Here in South Florida our Caique pairs begin to lay in early January. In northern climates where birds is keep indoors they can breed just about any time of year. A productive pair can multiple clutch depending on whether or how long babies are leave in the nest. It is generally…
Read MoreCaiques breeding the hardest part of breeding caiques is to hit on a compatible combination of birds. They can be quite picky about their mates, and would much prefer being able to find a match themselves. Black-headed caiques, in particular, can actually become aggressive if they are forced to mate. To increase the odds, you…
Read MoreCommon health problems in pet parrots: an overview of the most common health issues that affect parrots, including prevention and treatment options. Parrots are highly intelligent and social birds that make wonderful pets. They are also prone to certain health issues that can affect their quality of life and even be life-threatening. As a parrot…
Read MoreParrot Diseases and Health Conditions getting a bird for your house can be a great beginning to an amazing relationship. However, you must be well informed about the various parrot diseases and health conditions that might occur to your pet. This way, you will be able to detect the early signs of an illness and…
Read MoreCommon Diseases of Parrots if you have read As Sick as a Parrot, it should be obvious that a large proportion of disease problems in parrots result from dietary and environmental influences. Infectious conditions are important, and will be cover in this section, together with important steps to take in the prevention, control and elimination…
Read MoreBreeding Your Cockatoo is not as simple as it sounds, and breeding your cockatoo is a decision that should only be made after a lot of research and talking with experienced breeders. To safeguard the health of your bird and his or her offspring, you need to be able to handle any situation you encounter. Breeding…
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