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When was the last time you saw monk parakeets kissing each other? If you own one, probably not a long time ago, maybe just now. This ritual of monk parakeets is prevalent, and when parakeets kiss, what do they imply by this? Monk parakeets are not “kissing” in the sense that humans do. There are…
Even though we love our birds, most pet owners tend to neglect the nutrition of their macaws. Often, folks assume that giving them seeds counts as a balanced diet which is not always the case. That said, what is the diet of the Macaw? Like most birds, macaws are omnivorous creatures that consume meat, fruits,…
Parrot and other bird owners all love to give their feathered friends treats from time to time. However, like a Parrot owner, it is essential to be aware of what we are giving your beloved pets as some foods may be harmful or even fatal. The food we are looking at today is Watermelon and…
Can parrotlets and parakeets get along? When you love both species but only have one large cage, this question becomes increasingly essential to answer. I was wondering this myself, so I thought I’d bring you (and me) the answer. Most parrotlets and parakeets are friendly, so they can bond with each other if you take…
Cucumbers are a delicious refreshing veggie loved by many people animals, especially birds. However, are cucumbers good for birds? Cucumber fruit is healthy, containing fiber, vitamins C, K, manganese, magnesium, and potassium. That being said, cucumbers are good for birds and the fruit should be part of their diet. Are Cucumbers Good For Birds? If…
Many praise Budgies and Cockatiels as some of the best beginner birds for amateur owners. However, you may be in the market for a bird, and you’re wondering if to go with a conure. This article provides an in-depth look at conures and if they are great for beginners. Conures are excellent pets. They are…
Nutrition in Lovebirds or even parrots, in general, is a complex subject. If done incorrectly, caretakers run the risk of malnutrition in their companion parrot. Can Lovebirds eat bananas with numerous options to add to a parrot’s diet? Studies show that Lovebirds can and should eat bananas. Bananas are rich in Vitamin A, a necessary…
As one of the smallest parrot species, parrotlets are cute and feisty companion parrots. But within the parrotlet species, there are different genera. So, here are the different types of parrotlets. According to the Integrated Taxonomic Information System (ITIS), there are three types of parrotlet genera: Forpus, Touit, and Nannonpsittaca. There are 19 species of…
When we think of something illegal, the most common things we associate with such a word are underage drinking, drugs, or even yelling “bomb” at an airport. Certainly, nobody thinks of “Quaker parrots” (also known as monk parakeets) as the first thing that comes into their mind. But it is true, they are indeed illegal,…
Finding your Parakeet’s ideal diet is quite the taxing task, as any bird owner should know. It gets more complicated, especially when considering the nutritional benefits, frequency of serving, method of serving, and your Parakeet’s allergies and personal dislikes. One of the most commonly asked questions is whether parakeets can eat carrots. Parakeets can eat…
