Do African Greys understand what they are saying? Most parrots are simply mimicking their owners. They don’t really know what they’re saying. But some professionally-trained parrots have learned to understand what they’re saying. One such bird was an African Grey Parrot called Alex. How long does it take for an African Grey parrot to talk? … Read more
What do parrots love the most? The majority of parrot breeds enjoy vegetables such as kale, zucchini and shredded carrot, while their favourite fruits are papaya, banana and rockmelon. Never give your parrot chocolate, caffeine, avocados, fruit seeds, mushrooms, peanuts, onions or garlic. Your parrot’s species will dictate how often they’ll eat. Attracting Birds Provide … Read more
Can parrots eat raw potatoes? Parrots should not be given raw potatoes. The starch content of raw potatoes can cause glucose levels to be impaired and indigestion if consumed in large amounts. French fries are high in fat and should not be served to parrots. Can African GREY parrots eat raw sweet potatoes? Yes, African … Read more
What are colors of parrots? For many people, the first thing that draws them to bird ownership is a parrot’s colorful feathers. Whether you’re looking for a red, green, blue, or purple companion, birds offer plenty of variet. How many colors of parrots are there? There are 5 colors Parrots come in, which are red, … Read more
Can I put tree branches in my bird cage? Picking the right branches: As birds love to chew, the foliage of a bird safe tree can keep them stripping bark and leaves for hours and it provides lots of nifty hiding places to create a foraging adventure. Foliage also gives your bird an area to … Read more
How long do Eclectus parrots live as pets? Their life span in captivity is 20-30 but in the wild up to 50 years. There is much controversy over the Eclectus diet and it has been theorized that their life span is shorter in captivity due to improper foods given to these parrots. Do Eclectus parrots … Read more
Can African Greys eat orange peel? Parrots can eat orange peels only if they are soft and in moderation. Orange peels are a healthy source of vitamins and minerals for parrots. Many parrots will peck away at the peels, breaking them apart into small bits to eat. Are oranges toxic to parrots? Yes, parrots can … Read more
What does it mean when bird bobs head? “The bobbing comes into play when a bird is walking because the bird is stabilizing its gaze—on either what’s ahead or prey—and as the bird walks, the bird bobs its head to catch up with its body moving forward,” says Beilke. Depending on the species, it also … Read more