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.
Introducing Me and My Pet Birds – Dorothy Schwarz
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I'm Dorothy Schwarz, and in the coming months, I'll be sharing with you some of the joys and heartaches, pleasant surprises and shocks of a parrot...
The Story of Kakapo the Night Parrot
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The Kakapo: A SurvivorStory was written by Ben MirinThere are few places on earth that could provide a hospitable habitat for a nocturnal, flightless...
History of Pet Parrots
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Parrots, with their vibrant colours, inquisitive nature, and remarkable ability to mimic human speech, have captivated bird lovers for centuries. As one of...
Parrot's Christmas Safety Tips - Trees
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This time of year, nothing beats sitting in your cosy living room, sipping a hot drink by the twinkling lights of your meticulously decorated Christmas...
5 Fun Parakeet Toys for a Happy Bird
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Did you know that just like kids, birds need toys, too? Parakeet toys are important to keep your feathered pet entertained and stimulate natural playing...
Parrot Feathers - The Science Behind the Vivid Colours
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Imagine walking through a lush tropical forest, the air alive with the calls of wildlife. Suddenly, a flash of colour catches your eye – a parrot, its...
How to Teach a Parrot to Step Up
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If you've just added a new parrot to your family, it usually won't come with all of the handy behaviours "pre-installed". In fact, it...
Do Parrots Have Social Intelligence?
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Parrots are widely recognised for their remarkable intelligence, and they are known for mimicking human speech, solving puzzles, and using tools. However,...
Are Budgies Loud? - Parakeet Noise Levels
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If you're thinking about adding a parakeet to your family, you might be wondering are budgies loud and if they are how loud can they get? Birds, in...
3 Clever Budgie Games You Can Play with Your Parrot
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Our small companion birds do some things naturally that are quite entertaining. Anytime you spend time with your bird, interacting with them is good...
Reflections on Parrot Behaviour
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When we look in the mirror, we instantly recognise the face staring back at us. By the age of two, children can identify their reflection and comprehend...
How to Get Your Parrot to Play with Toys
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If you've ever wondered how to get your parrot to play with toys, you're not alone. Many parrot owners face the challenge of getting their birds...