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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
White cockatiel and sun conure photos side-by-side.

Cockatiel vs Conure | Which Is The Parrot For You?

Published: December 4, 2021Modified: October 26, 2023

If you’re trying to choose the right parrot species to add to your family, you may end up stuck between a cockatiel or a conure. Understandable: both are popular parrots …

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Categories Cockatiels, Conures, Parrot comparisons 2 Comments
Pied whiteface cockatiel, a popular pet parrot.

Sexing A Cockatiel | Is My Cockatiel Male Or Female?

Published: November 6, 2021Modified: January 15, 2024

Thinking of getting a cockatiel (Nymphicus hollandicus) or already have one whose sex you’re not sure about? These birds can be sexually dimorphic, meaning that sexing a cockatiel is often …

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Categories Cockatiels 14 Comments
Blue mutation of a yellow-collared lovebird (Agapornis personatus), a popular pet parrot.

Yellow-Collared Lovebird Care & Info | Small Parrot, Big Attitude

Published: September 27, 2021Modified: January 8, 2024

Looking to add a lovebird to your family? It’s easy to fall in love with the yellow-collared lovebird (Agapornis personatus). Their beautiful colors and small size make them very handsome …

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Categories Lovebirds, Parrot Profiles 1 Comment
Lovebird parrot pictured next to a slice of orange.

Can Parrots Eat…? 18 Fruits Safe For Parrots

Published: August 21, 2021Modified: October 26, 2023

If you’re looking to feed your parrot a healthy diet, you may be wondering if they can eat fruits. The answer is yes! Many wild parrots eat different species of …

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Categories Parrot diet 9 Comments
Four budgie parakeets (Melopsittacus undulatus), a popular pet parrot. | Are budgies loud?

Are Budgies Loud? | About Budgie Noise Levels & Sounds

Published: August 12, 2021Modified: October 26, 2023

If you’re considering adding one or multiple budgies to your family, you might be wondering about their noise levels. Are budgies loud? It’s very important to make sure you can …

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Categories Budgies 6 Comments

Can Parrots Eat…? 26 Vegetables Safe For Parrots

Published: August 8, 2021Modified: January 15, 2024

If you’re a parrot owner trying to make sure your bird is getting enough veggies, you’ll sometimes run into something that makes you doubt. Is it safe? There’s a lot …

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Categories Parrot diet 10 Comments
Lovebird parrot inspecting a mushroom.

Can Parrots Eat Mushrooms?

Published: July 31, 2021Modified: February 13, 2024

It has come up so many times now that it seems it’s time to dedicate an article to the topic of birds and mushrooms. Can parrots eat mushrooms? Or are …

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Categories Parrot diet 14 Comments
Red macaw parrot with curiously cocked head.

How Long Does A Macaw Live? All About Macaw Lifespan

Published: July 15, 2021Modified: January 15, 2024

If you’re interested in adopting a macaw and have heard stories of parrots living for over 100 years, you might wonder how long you can expect your feathered friend to …

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Categories Macaws, Parrot lifespan 22 Comments
Macaw parrot feeding from a bowl of chopped foods.

How To Make Chop For Your Parrot | Fresh & Colorful!

Published: June 25, 2021Modified: January 15, 2024

For many (potential) new parrot owners, it comes as a bit of a shock that seeds don’t constitute a proper parrot diet. They’re still commonly fed, but as you can …

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Categories Parrot diet 4 Comments
Two blue parrotlets (Forpus) cuddling. | What is the lifespan of a parrotlet?

Lifespan Of A Parrotlet | How Long Do Parrotlets Live?

Published: June 11, 2021Modified: December 19, 2023

If you’re thinking of adding one to your family, you might be wondering about the lifespan of a parrotlet. How long can you expect your tiny feathered friend to be …

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Categories Parrot lifespan, Parrotlets 14 Comments
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