Albino parakeets: a type of white parakeet The word “albino” evokes the image of a white animal with reddish eyes. This is quite correct. With budgies, albinism manifests itself as one would expect from this condition. The entire plumage of the bird is white; they also have pink legs and a pink cere (nasal band […]
Ravens, Magpies, and Crows: The Smartest Birds
raven intelligence This big black bird is one of the most intelligent birds in the world. A member of the corvid family, ravens have high intelligence and extraordinary problem-solving abilities. In fact, the raven is so successful that its range extends from the Arctic, North America, Europe, Asia, North Africa to the islands of the […]
A Beginner’s Guide on Green-Cheeked Conures
Green Cheeked Conure Profile Green-cheeked parakeets are small-sized parrots that are widespread in South America. They are little birds with a gymnastic and clown-like personality to amuse everyone. Green-cheeked conure ssp. molinae identification guide There are six subspecies of green-cheeked parakeets. Five of them are quite discernible and one is well marked (you can see […]
Birdies in the Background: Life With Three Playful Parrots
What is happening there? “What’s going on in there? Do you have a little boy in the back?” asked the lady from Sears. She seemed puzzled and rightly so. I was trying to place a catalog order over the phone. I say “trying” because my African gray parrot, Bailey, has been hitting it big. She […]
Parrot Behaviors: Your Quaker Parrots Health
After writing my article on How to care for your Quaker parrot, I have received many inquiries about the behavior and health of parrots. This article is an attempt to answer some of them, including some common problems like feather plucking, biting, boredom, noise, identifying serious illnesses, and how to train your pet to develop […]
Why Budgies Are Better in Pairs
Should budgies be kept in pairs? Parakeets do best when kept in pairs or small flocks. A single budgie lacks interaction with other budgies, something that is essential to their emotional well-being. A happy parakeet lives in the most natural way possible. Nothing is more natural to them than bonding with their own kind. Find […]
Best Pet Birds for Beginners
Starting your journey as a bird owner For the budding bird owner, there are three specific types of birds that I would recommend buying: These species are ideal for newbies because they are relatively easy to care for and, if treated right, will provide you with love and affection for years to come. However, there […]
All About Parakeets : A Perfect Pet for Kids
parakeet for kids After opening this year’s birthday and Christmas cards, my ten-year-old son proclaimed himself “rich.” There was no way to convince him that “rich” is a state of mind. spend The first thing on his list: a bird. That’s right, not a bike, a skateboard, or a video game, but a bird. Suddenly […]
Do Geese Make Good Pets?
Geese are adorable, large, quirky birds that can be a great addition to your flock. However, they are large and can be temperamental, so there are advantages and disadvantages to having them. Read on to find out four reasons geese make great pets, and four reasons keeping them may not be for you. 1. They […]