Master of Sounds: The African Grey Parrot

Of all the parrot breeds, the African grey parrot is thought to be the most intelligent. Granted, it is difficult to judge animal intelligence objectively, but of all known birds, the African grey parrot is generally said to be the cleverest. African grey parrots seem to be able to think much better than other birds. [...]

African Grey Parrot – Female and Male

Of more than 350 species of parrot, the African Grey parrot is among the most popular. African Grey parrots will bond, and be your friend for life – and their life span is 50-65 years. They are more intelligent than many parrots, and able to understand word meanings as well as sounds. African Grey parrots [...]

Amazon Parrot – Info for the New Owner – Part 2

In the first part of this info for the new owner of an Amazon Parrot, we described the parrot and discussed its cage, food, and bathing. We turn our attention now to other needs of the Amazon Parrot. Amazon Parrot Grooming Besides its weekly shower, your Amazon Parrot will need to have its wings, beak, [...]

Blue and Gold Macaws – How They Build Nests

The Blue and Gold Macaw is a beautiful, colorful bird. Blue and Gold Macaws can be found throughout Mexico. They are also found in Central America, and down into the northern part of South America. They live in the tall trees of the rainforest, especially in trees beside swamps and rivers. But how do Blue [...]

Meyers Parrot – a Half Dozen or So

Meyers Parrots is the wild come in a half dozen or so subspecies. All of these belong to the main Poicephalus species of parrot. The subspecies are difficult to distinguish, however. Even in the wild, blue-greens and green-blues become confusing. Subjective descriptions are often given, such as greenish or bluish. Meyers parrots in captivity simply [...]

Scarlet Macaw of South America

The South America Scarlet Macaw is a beautiful bird. The name hints at a bird that is red from head to tail, but the South America Scarlet Macaw boasts a myriad of colors. Description The best way to describe the Scarlet Macaw is to show someone a series of photos, both of a Scarlet Macaw [...]

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