Category: Bird & Parrot Anatomy

Ensure Your Pet Bird Stays Safe and Comfortable During Summer

Mitch Rezman
May 28, 2025
Bird & Parrot Anatomy / Bird Cage Info / Bird Enviornments
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1. Air Conditioning Best Practices

Strategic Placement: Position cages at least 3 meters from AC vents and avoid direct airflow corridors. Birds lack sweat glands and sudden temperature shifts (more than 5°C/9°F) can cause thermal shock.
Temperature Gradien: Maintain 24-27°C (75-80°F) in the room while allowing slightly warmer zones (28-29°C) where birds can self-regulate. Use digital thermometers at cage level for accuracy.
Humidity Balance: Counteract AC dryness with a hygrometer (aim for 40-60% humidity). Place ceramic water bowls near (not under) vents, or use ultrasonic humidifiers with avian-safe water additives.

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Parrots Have Voice-Prints Like Humans-Heres How Urban Birds Find Their Flock

Mitch Rezman
May 22, 2025
Bird & Parrot Anatomy / Feeding Pet Birds / Quaker parrot / Wild Bird & Wildlife
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New research reveals monk parakeets, aka Quaker parrots, use unique vocal fingerprints to stand out in noisy cities.

The Discovery in Barcelona’s Skies

Scientists tracked 229 wild monk parakeets in Barcelona for two years, recording **5,599 calls** to answer a burning question:

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Can Parrots be Selfless ~Teamwork Makes the Dream Work

Mitch Rezman
May 15, 2025
African grey / Bird & Parrot Anatomy / Bird Behavior / Large macaws
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Teamwork Makes the Dream Work (Sometimes. Maybe. If Trained Properly.)

Ah, cooperation! The classic ‘two birds pull a string to get snacks’ test. With keas, it was a comedy of errors. One study: dismal success (18.9%).

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What Is the Solution for a Budgies Splayed Legs?

Mitch Rezman
May 9, 2025
Bird & Parrot Anatomy / Bird & Parrot Breeding / Bird Behavior / Budgies / Habitats for caged birds / Handicap Birds / Veterinarian Related
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I have a 4-week-old budgie. It has developed splayed legs. I am using first aid adhesive tape to try to correct them, and have added Aspen shavings to the nesting box.

I observed a lot of bickering between the parents, and the female had a cut on her head.

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Why Underestimating Parrots’ Intelligence Has Been a Mistake

Imagine a world where birds are as smart as apes. Sounds like a fantasy, right? Well, it’s not. Meet parrots, also known as “feathered apes,” due to their advanced cognitive abilities.

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What Happens When Scientists Peer Inside Your Pet Birds Head?

Mitch Rezman
April 28, 2025
African grey / Bird & Parrot Anatomy / Bird Behavior / Cockatoo / Feeding Pet Birds
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Okay, hold onto your perch, because the secret lives of parrots are way more dramatic (and confusing) than we thought.

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A Budgie Seed Conspiracy or How Budgies Outsmarted Evolution

Mitch Rezman
April 11, 2025
Bird & Parrot Anatomy / Bird Enviornments / Bird Nutrition
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Once upon a time, in the vast and arid landscapes of Australia, a group of sassy little birds known as budgerigars, or budgies, decided to pull off the greatest dietary heist in the history of avian evolution.

While nutritionists and bird enthusiasts today wag their fingers at seed-only diets, these pint-sized parrots have been laughing all the way to the seed bank for tens of millions of years. How, you ask? Well, let’s delve into this chirpy conundrum.

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Can AI Improve the Relationship With Your Pet Bird?

Mitch Rezman
April 4, 2025
Bird & Parrot Anatomy / Bird Behavior / Bird Enviornments
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I’ve been dabbling in AI seeking productives uses for the technology.

If you’re into AI as well, FYI i was using ChatGPT premium (alot of accounting questions) but I’ve moved to Monica now because of the access to many LLMs including Llama on Meta.

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The Fascinating World of the Cockatoo Parrot

Mitch Rezman
March 29, 2025
Bird & Parrot Anatomy / Bird & Parrot Care / Cockatoo
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If you’re looking for a feathered friend that’s as charming as it is intelligent, look no further than the cockatoo parrot! These beautiful birds are not only visually stunning but also have personalities that can light up any room.

With their signature crests and playful antics, cockatoos have earned their place as one of the most beloved parrot species in the world.

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