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Grey-headed Lovebird - Agapornis canus pair in a tree.

Grey-headed lovebird | Agapornis canus profile

Published: February 6, 2023Modified: February 6, 2023

The grey-headed lovebird, also known as Madagascar lovebird, is one of the smallest parrots of the genus Agapornis. They’re rarely seen in aviculture, and even hand-fed birds of this species …

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Two halfmoon conures perching and playing with wood toys.

Half-moon Conure | Eupsittula canicularis Profile

Published: January 4, 2023Modified: January 4, 2023

The half-moon conure is a boisterous South American parrot popular as a household pet. They’re known for being friendly and easy to train, but they’ve also got big attitudes! Also …

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Green budgie parakeet flying towards blue parakeet sat on tree stump

Do Parakeets Mate For Life?

Published: December 29, 2022Modified: January 2, 2023

Parakeets are a popular type of pet bird known for their playful and energetic personality. Like all animals, they have specific social and mating behaviors that are important for their …

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Categories Parakeets, Parrot facts 2 Comments
Ground parrakeet illustration from Gould's "The Birds of Australia"

The Birds of Australia (1840-1848) | Psittacology free reading tips

Published: December 22, 2022Modified: December 22, 2022

Did you know that, in most countries, a book’s copyright lapses 50-70 years after the author has passed away? This means that many books written in the 19th century are …

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Types of lovebirds: Agapornis roseicollis or rosy-faced lovebird

Types of Lovebirds | 9 Agapornis Species With Chart!

Published: December 13, 2022Modified: January 2, 2023

Thinking of getting a lovebird? Good choice! These small and colorful parrots can make fantastic pets. All types of lovebirds belong to the genus Agapornis, which contains a total of …

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Lovebirds eating from human hand.

What Can Lovebirds Eat? 20 Household Foods For Your Bird

Published: December 8, 2022Modified: January 2, 2023

Have a lovebird as a pet and want to know how to add some extra variety to its diet? Or are you thinking of getting an Agapornis and trying to …

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Agapornis fischeri | Fischer's lovebird care & info

Agapornis fischeri | Fischer’s Lovebird Care & Info

Published: December 1, 2022Modified: January 2, 2023

Looking for a small parrot with lots of personality to add to your family? If you settled on the colorful Fischer’s lovebird (Agapornis fischeri), that’s not surprising. These African birds …

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Cherry-headed conure, a neotropical parrot species.

Cherry-Headed Conure | Psittacara erythrogenys Care & Info

Published: November 20, 2022Modified: January 24, 2023

Do you like talkative parrots? Is your life lacking in shenanigans? Then the cherry-headed conure might be just the pet for you! Also known as the red-masked conure or red-headed …

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Categories Conures 4 Comments
Rüppell's parrot (Poicephalus rueppellii) in a tree.

Rüppell’s Parrot | Poicephalus rueppellii Profile

Published: November 14, 2022Modified: January 2, 2023

The striking Rüppell’s parrot (Poicephalus rueppellii) is an African native that’s easy to recognize from its almost fully grey body. Uncommon in aviculture, this species was named after German naturalist …

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Green rosella parakeet

Green Rosella | Platycercus caledonicus Care & Info

Published: November 6, 2022Modified: January 2, 2023

Most parrot enthusiasts are familiar with the eastern rosella and crimson rosella from Australia, but have you also heard of the green rosella (Platycercus caledonicus)? This Tasmanian native is beautifully …

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