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Marijke Puts

Marijke is a full-time niche blogger and pop science writer, founder of Psittacology, and overly enthusiastic bird mom. Originally from The Netherlands but living in sunny Spain, she spends her time wrangling cockatiels, writing about parrots, cooking, diving and hiking. About me | Contact me
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Can Parakeets Talk? All About Parakeet Talking

Published: October 4, 2020Modified: January 2, 2023

If you’re thinking about adding a parakeet to your family, you might be wondering if they’re among the birds that can learn to imitate human speech. Can parakeets talk? Find …

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Categories Parakeets, Parrot talking 1 Comment
Blue and white budgie parakeet sitting on a person's hand. | How to train a parakeet

How To Train A Parakeet | In 3 Simple Steps!

Published: September 25, 2020Modified: January 7, 2024

Is it possible to train a parakeet to do basic commands or even more complicated tricks? It is! Even tiny budgies are very smart and responsive to training. If you’re …

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What Is A Lory? | Lories vs Lorikeets

Published: September 9, 2020Modified: December 19, 2023

Australasia is home to a wide range of native parrots. Among them are colorful species from a subfamily called Loriinae, usually referred to as lories or lorikeets. But what is …

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Categories Lories & lorikeets 4 Comments
White budgerigar parakeet eating basil leaves | What do parrots eat? Guide to parrot diet

What Do Parrots Eat? All About Parrot Food & Diet

Published: August 29, 2020Modified: December 29, 2024

A balanced, varied diet is important for all pets. Parrots are no different and the many myths out there about their diets are the cause of many health issues. So …

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Categories Parrot diet 10 Comments
Green and yellow male parakeet stock photo

How Long Does A Parakeet Live?

Published: August 17, 2020Modified: December 19, 2023

If you’re thinking of adding a parakeet to your family, you might be wondering how long your feathered friend will be around for. What is the lifespan of a parakeet? …

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Green and blue budgerigars interacting in their cage | Guide to calcium blocks for parrots

Calcium Block: What Is It And Does Your Parrot Need It?

Published: July 16, 2020Modified: May 22, 2025

If you’re new to parrot keeping, you might be wondering why many parrot cages contain a white or multicolored block. Let’s clear that up here: they’re calcium blocks, meant to …

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Categories Parrot diet 8 Comments
Conure parrot and lovebird observing a box full of cuttlebone.

Cuttlebones For Birds | What & Why?

Published: July 5, 2020Modified: December 19, 2023

If you’re interested in adding a parrot to your family, you’ve probably heard of cuttlebone. These oval white objects are ubiquitous in bird cages. But what is cuttlebone? Does your …

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Categories Parrot diet 7 Comments
Wild color budgie parakeet on reflective surface inspecting a large strawberry.

What Do Parakeets Eat? Full Parakeet Diet Guide

Published: June 24, 2020Modified: December 19, 2023

If you’re thinking of adding a budgie or other type of parakeet to your family, you might be wondering: what do parakeets eat? A suitable diet is very important to …

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Categories Parakeets, Parrot diet 7 Comments
Red tailed black cockatoo, a species of Australian parrot.

What Is The Lifespan Of A Cockatoo?

Published: June 16, 2020Modified: December 19, 2023

If you’re thinking of adding one of these crested parrots to your family, you might be wondering about the lifespan of a cockatoo. Well, good news! Cockatoos, like other parrot …

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Categories Cockatoos, Parrot lifespan 11 Comments
Curious male cockatiel parrot

Help! My Cockatiel Is Molting | What To Do?

Published: June 7, 2020Modified: December 6, 2023

Is your cockatiel looking slightly… scruffy? Are you finding feathers on the bottom of the cage, and does the bird seem a bit on the cranky side? Don’t worry, your …

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Categories Cockatiels, Parrot facts 23 Comments
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