How Does Sleep Affect the Memory of Parrots?
Sleep plays a crucial role in the cognitive functions of parrots, including their memory, much like it does in humans and other animals.
Why Is It That Parrots Live So Darn Long?
In contrast to mammals, birds exhibit remarkable longevity relative to their physical size.
The higher metabolic rate, elevated body temperature, and increased resting glucose found in avian species suggest a potential amplification in the aging process.
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Can You Help Me With A Shy Pet Bird?
Despite sharing some fearful behaviors, a shy bird stands distinct from a fearful bird.
When you focus, you can observe a shy pet bird’s perception of family life.
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I Want My Bird to Have as Happy and Healthy a Life as Possible
Hello, Mitch I’ve followed your blog for quite a while and always appreciate your perspectives and insights. I was pretty much gutted when I read your article on Sunday ……
Another Senegal Parrot Morphing Into a Tiny Feathered T-rex!
So, you've got yourself a Senegal parrot, and it's decided to turn into a tiny, feathered T-Rex! Don't worry, we've got you covered. Here are some reasons why your parrot…
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How Would We Revamp Lighting for a Harligold & Greenwing Macaw?
Jayda (above)
Dear Mitch and Catherine,
We are empty nesters owned by our only pets, a harligold and a greenwing macaw. After reading some of your articles on correcting parrot lighting issues, we are aware that their lighting setup needs some revamping.
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I Have a Parrotlet With a Cut on the Inside of Her Front Toe
Carol wrote:
Hi,
I have a parrotlet that had a cut on the inside of her front toe, being the longest toe at the front toe. She was vet checked but didn’t receive much help.
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New Calming Product For Birds Nekton Relax
Bird’s metabolisms are different from dogs which is why we recommend Nekton Relax which is an avian-specific formulation using L-Taurine – an amino acid. Its normal use is for Screamers Nervous or…
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What Suggestions Do You Have for My Territorial Timneh?
Tammy F. is worried about her bird’s territorial issues,
Yogi, my timneh African grey parrot has taken over our bedroom dresser and nightstand drawers. He learned to open them months ago, he loves getting in there and throwing everything out.
I let him have fun with it but now when my husband goes to get into the drawers Yogi does a dive bomb to his head. He does it to me also but I’m more aware of him and know he’s coming and divert him.
He does not want anyone in “his” drawers. He gets locked in his cage for this behavior sometimes but he knows when we are going to put him in his cage and he flys off.
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A Congo Greys Companion’s Feather Plucking Questions Answered
First name: Peggy C.
How long has your bird been plucking?
Approximately 7 years
Species (please be specific, as an example, there are 43 species of Macaws)
Congo African Grey parrot
Your bird’s sex if (known) by DNA or feather color (dimorphic bird)?
Female
Your bird’s age?
19
