Category: Pets/Birds
Body Language of Parrots
The body language of parrots says a lot about their emotional state. In fact, it can help us understand how our bird feels. But to understand their body language, you need to know all the signs. You might have noticed cockatoos sometimes raise their crest, puff up feathers, and scream a lot. All these signs …
Why Do Cockatoos Dance?
Why Do Parrots Dance? Does it Mean They are Excited? Parrots are very expressive birds; their body language says everything they feel. You might have seen some parrots dancing in videos. If you are curious whether they dance because they are excited or if it is something else, let me tell you why they do …
When Do Parrots Naturally Breed?
If you are a parrot keeper, you might be curious about what time of the year your cockatoo will breed. There is no simple answer to this question, but some ideas below will help. In the USA, most Parrots breed from August to January. But some cockatoos can breed in other months and some breed …
How Do Parrots Mate
How Do Parrots Mate. Parrot Species every year just like most bird species, they mate before laying eggs. Their mating ritual is slightly different from other birds. Let’s discuss how they mate. The mating ritual of parrots begins with the male parrots making joyful sounds and moves to attract the female. If the female is …
PERIOD FOR AFRICAN GREY PARROT EGGS
The African grey parrot is known for his intelligence and ability to imitate human speech. The birds breed once or twice a year — although not at specific times of year — and mate frequently for several weeks before the hen lays her first egg. Typical male mating behavior includes feeding the female and performing …
CONGO AFRICAN GREY MALE VS. FEMALE
During the finale of the musical “Cats,” the ensemble sings: “So first, your memory I’ll jog and say: A cat is not a dog.” And parrots aren’t dogs either. While humans have bred dogs for thousands of years, creating numerous breeds, a Congo African grey parrot is a species of bird. Parrot breeding is in …
HOW TO INTRODUCE BUDGIES
Shell parakeets — more commonly known as budgerigars or budgies — are social and intelligent birds who need plenty of stimulation. Although they can be kept alone, if you work all day or you’re frequently out of the house, keeping a pair is preferable. You need to introduce them carefully so they don’t fight or …
Shipping Parrots and Exotic Birds Overseas
Shipping Parrots and Exotic Birds Overseas Shipping Parrots and Exotic Birds Overseas can be a daunting experience. Parrots importation needs some requirements which are one of the toughest in the world! Shipping Parrots Worldwide. When considering how hard it is to move an Exotic Bird overseas to UK, Europe, Middle East, Asia and Australia …
How Long Do Parrots and Other Birds Live?
Parrots and other birds can live up to 10 to 50 years or more depending on the type and the conditions they live in. Parrots comprise a group of birds that includes 279 different species. They vary in size from small birds that can fit in the palm of your hand to large birds the …
How to find a lost or escaped parrot
Naturally it is really important to try to ensure your parrot cannot slip out of a window or door in the first place, but also, even the most conscientious of parrot owners cannot mitigate against every possible eventuality or risk. If your parrot is lost or has flown out of your house, finding them quickly …