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Best Parrot Food Guide: Bulk, Pellet and Organic Food Lists For Health

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In their native environment, the search for food is a central activity in the day-to-day life of a parrot. The pursuit of this essential element through foraging not only nourishes the bird but also provides mental and physical exercise.

Captive birds do not have to forage for food in the same way as their wild counterparts. Their keepers are responsible for feeding them. This fact greatly reduces the amount of exercise that a parrot would engage in on an everyday basis as it simply tries to survive. While this makes it easier for the bird to eat and eliminates the dangers of predators, it can lead to negative health effects related to the lack of exercise. [Read more…] about Best Parrot Food Guide: Bulk, Pellet and Organic Food Lists For Health

7 Best Quiet Pet Birds And Parrots That Won’t Drive You Crazy

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One of the qualities that humans find endearing in birds is their wide range of vocalizations. We enjoy the sweet whistling of songbirds strictly for its beautiful esthetic value. Many people are attracted to parrots by their intelligence and their ability to mimic human speech.

While we may have our own rationale for appreciating the sounds that birds can make, they have reasons for exhibiting this behavior that extends far beyond simply making noise. This form of communication may be used by a bird to attract a mate, give an alarm call to the flock, or simply to announce their presence to the general avian population. [Read more…] about 7 Best Quiet Pet Birds And Parrots That Won’t Drive You Crazy

Parrot Beak Trimming and Grinding for Overgrown Beaks

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Your parrot’s beak fills a number of important roles in its life. It serves as its primary defense mechanism. Captive birds which may not have flight as an option can be more prone to biting. Of course, the beak is used to eat, and many parrots have strong beak capable of cracking open seeds and nuts. If you watch a parrot when it is eating you will see that they can use their beak and tongue together in a delicate way, almost like a pair of hands. Preening, vocalizing, and feeding chicks are all other uses of your parrot’s beak. [Read more…] about Parrot Beak Trimming and Grinding for Overgrown Beaks

Parrot Baths and How To Bathe Your Pet Parrots

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The vast majority of parrots love to bathe. It makes sense since many species of parrots originate in tropical climates and in their natural environment are exposed to rainstorms and have ample opportunity to get wet. In the rainy season they may, in fact, get wetter than they would like.

As pet bird owners, we have assumed responsibility for providing our pet parrots with an environment that promotes their mental, emotional, and physical well-being. Along with proper housing, exercise, and diet, providing them a chance to bathe regularly goes a long way toward achieving this goal. Your bird will be happier and healthier if they get to bathe frequently.

Due to the large degree of variation in the size and disposition of parrots, there are many ways that you can employ to let your bird bathe. It may take some experimentation to find a technique that works for both you and your bird, but it is well worth the effort. [Read more…] about Parrot Baths and How To Bathe Your Pet Parrots

Red Rump Parakeet Caring Guide: Lifespan, Personality, Health and Diet

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The Red Rump Parakeet is a small, colorful bird that is becoming popular in the pet bird trade. This bird has a more pleasant sounding call than the sometimes harsh voices of the more commonly kept budgies. Their size and temperament make them an excellent choice for someone who does not want the time commitment that comes with a larger parrot. [Read more…] about Red Rump Parakeet Caring Guide: Lifespan, Personality, Health and Diet