Types of Pet Birds

The Meyer’s Parrot is among the smallest of the African parrots. It has an easy-going disposition and is a quiet bird, making it a good choice for apartment dwellers. As with all of the Poicephalus parrots, such as Senegal and Cape Parrots, they are entertaining and playful birds, and make excellent avian companions. [Read more…] about Meyer’s Parrot Care Guide: Personality, Behavior, Lifespan and More

The smallest member of the macaw family is the Hahn’s Macaw. It is a very intelligent bird that craves constant human interaction. It is easier to train and handle than the larger macaws, making it a great choice as a pet for those who are prepared to spend a lot of time with their parrot. [Read more…] about Hahn’s Macaw Species Guide: Care, Food, Lifespan and Behaviors

The Peach-Faced Lovebird is a small parrot that is one of the most widely kept pet birds. They are lovable and courageous little birds that are very devoted to the human or other bird with which they bond. Social and playful, they are a great choice for those wanting a parrot with a large personality that’s kept in a small, more easily managed bird. [Read more…] about Peach Faced Lovebird Care Guide: Personality, Lifespan & Price

The Jenday Conure is a small, South American parrot. They are intelligent, affectionate birds that can make great pets for owners who have the time to give them the attention they need. These qualities, along with their beautiful coloration, make them one of the more popular medium-sized conures among parrot lovers. As with most conures, you get a big parrot’s personality in a small parrot’s body. [Read more…] about Jenday Conure Care Guide: Prices, Lifespan and Behavior

Blue Quaker Parrots are a variety of the Quaker Parrot that has become available through the selective breeding of captive birds. With the exception of their color, they are very similar to the original Quaker Parrots. They are fun-loving birds that enjoy socialization and make great avian companions. [Read more…] about Blue Quaker Parrot Care, Personality, Lifespan and Price

The Alexandrine Parrot is a medium-sized parrot that is related to the Indian and African Ringneck parrots. It is named after Alexander the Great, who was instrumental in the early exportation of these birds from their native India and Southeast Asia to Europe and the Mediterranean region where it became a favorite bird of nobles and royalty. Its scientific name, eupatria, comes from a Greco-Latin word that literally means “of noble ancestry” [Read more…] about Alexandrine Parrot Care, Behavior, Price and Lifespan