African Grey parrots are a good choice if you like a very inquisitive and intelligent animal. They have a lot of energy and curiosity and are perhaps the smartest species of bird that lives and so will take up a lot of your attention and energy. Because of this, you will need to spend a lot of time with them each day and so they’re not a pet that can be easily left on their own. They are typically around 25 to 35 centimeters and so are larger than the standard pet parrot. When considering the price of this animal, you will want to think about the following…
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Types of Pet Birds
Black Palm Cockatoo Guide: Lifespan, Prices, Health, Food
The Black Palm Cockatoo is the largest of the Australian cockatoos. They are extremely intelligent birds that possess a large and very powerful beak. These parrots are not known to be very affectionate, so if you are searching for a cuddly cockatoo this bird is probably not for you. [Read more…] about Black Palm Cockatoo Guide: Lifespan, Prices, Health, Food
Triton Cockatoo Care Guide: Training, Personality, Prices, Lifespan
The Triton Cockatoo is a large and beautiful bird that can make a good pet in the right circumstances. Its intelligence and affectionate nature is tempered by the bird’s propensity for screaming and becoming overly attached to its owner. It can be a needy bird, but a human caretaker who fully understands these potential issues will find that a Triton can make a great companion. [Read more…] about Triton Cockatoo Care Guide: Training, Personality, Prices, Lifespan
Caring for Scarlet Macaws: Health, Lifespan, Training & Prices
The Scarlet Macaw is a large and colorful parrot known for its distinctive good looks. They are very social and intelligent birds that are affectionate and form strong bonds with their human caretaker. This bond can cause them to become loud if they are not getting the attention they feel they deserve. [Read more…] about Caring for Scarlet Macaws: Health, Lifespan, Training & Prices
Hypoallergenic Birds: Low Dander Pet Birds for People with Allergies
Many people are not aware that birds can cause allergies in humans. Just as with cats and dogs, a parrot introduces a new biological material into your environment that may have unexpected consequences. It is because of these allergies that many people give up their pet parrots.
There are some birds that are not as prone to causing allergic reactions in humans. Theses are called hypoallergenic birds and you can find the list of these later in the article here. [Read more…] about Hypoallergenic Birds: Low Dander Pet Birds for People with Allergies
Lories & Lorikeet Care: Health, Training, Personality & Costs
Lorikeets are very colorful, medium-sized parrots that are distinguished from other parrot species by their choice of nectar and pollen as primary food sources. A brush-like tongue allows them to sweep the nectar and pollen into their mouths. Their bright colors, energetic behavior, and clownish personalities make them a pleasure to be around. They can be very messy birds and have some special care requirements when kept as pets. [Read more…] about Lories & Lorikeet Care: Health, Training, Personality & Costs