Avian Articles
Explore in-depth avian articles at Parrot Essentials, featuring expert advice on parrot care, nutrition, behaviour, and health. Perfect for both new and seasoned parrot owners, these articles offer valuable insights to help you provide the best care for your feathered friends. Learn how to create a balanced diet, understand your parrot's behaviours, and maintain their health with our expert guidance. Dive into our archives to improve your parrot care routines and ensure your feathered friend's happy, healthy life.
Cockatiels as Pets: How Australia’s Wild Birds Became Family Companions
Avian Articles
Explore the journey of cockatiels as pets, from their roots in the Australian outback to their role as affectionate, expressive companions in homes around the world.
What is the Difference Between Cockatoos and Lorikeets?
Avian Articles
Learn the difference between Cockatoos and Lorikeets, including their diet, behaviour, messiness, and lifespan, to help you choose the ideal parrot companion for your home.
What Are the Different Amazon Parrot Species?
Avian Articles
Explore the diversity of Amazon parrot species, from popular talkers to critically endangered birds. Learn their traits, care tips, and why they're cherished pets.
Eclectus Parrots as Pets: Tracing Their Path from Wild to Domestic Life
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Discover the captivating story of Eclectus parrots as pets, their unique history, vibrant subspecies, popularity, care needs, and why they're celebrated on Eclectus Day each April 18th.
How Many Species of Macaw Are There?
Avian Articles
Learn about the 17 fascinating Species of Macaw, from the majestic Hyacinth to the tiny Hahn’s. Explore their colours, personalities, habitats, and care essentials for a thriving parrot companion.
Budgies as Pets: From Australia to Homes Worldwide
Avian Articles
Explore the history of budgies as pets, from their Australian origins to global fame. Discover their colourful varieties, fun stories, and why these playful birds remain beloved companions worldwide.
How to Tell if Your Budgie is Male or Female - Parakeet Gender
Avian Articles
Discover if your budgie is male or female with visual cues like cere colour. DNA tests offer certainty, but colour, age, and behaviour provide clues.
Budgie vs Cockatiel - Which Parrot Is Right For You?
Avian Articles
If you're looking for a feathered companion to add to your family, there's a good chance you'll end up narrowing it down to either a budgie...
5 Inspiring Ways to Impact Parrots on Change Pet's Life Day
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Transforming Feathers: 5 Inspiring Ways to Impact Parrots on Change Pet's Life DayAre you ready to make a real difference in your parrot's life? January...
Exploring the History of Amazon Parrots as Pets
Avian Articles
Step into the wonderful world of Amazon Parrots as pets and discover their amazing history as cherished companions. These brightly coloured birds have...
Our Life with Mirt – a Wild Caught Timneh African Grey
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In retelling this bitter-sweet story, I trust that the positive aspects will outweigh the sad epilogue, and others can learn from my thoughtless...
Social Live and Aggression in Quaker Parrots (Monk Parakeets)
Avian Articles
Aggression in Quaker parrots has long been a topic of interest among bird enthusiasts and researchers alike. A study on this subject has provided new insights...
How to Stop Your Parrot from Screaming for Attention
Avian Articles
Renowned parrot trainer Barbara Heidenreich examines and helps solve certain parrot unwanted behaviours, in this case, screaming—something that parrot...