16 human foods safe for cockatiels (and 9 that are not)
Cockatiels are very inquisitive birds, and they often take a keen interest in what their owners are munching on. If you’ve got a parrot, you never eat alone! But can …
Parrot diet
Did you know that a bad diet is one of the main silent parrot killers? Our feathered friends often suffer from ailments like obesity and nutritional deficiencies. And did you also know that despite this, myths about parrot diet are still rampant?
Feeding your bird a variety of high-quality foods is among the best ways to make sure it lives a longer and happier life. Let’s go into topics like what parrots eat, which vegetables and fruits you can feed, homemade parrot food recipes and everything else to keep your bird’s stomach full and body in good shape.
Can cockatiels eat…? 15 fruits for cockatiels
Are you considering seeing if your cockatiel likes fruit? Awesome! Fruit can be a regular part of your feathered friend’s diet, as most types contain an array of important (micro)nutrients …
Can cockatiels eat…? 18 vegetables for cockatiels
Thinking of adding a cockatiel to your family and wondering what your new feathered friend can and can’t eat? Or are you just trying to add some variety to your …
Can my parrot eat…? 14 human foods safe for parrots
If you own a parrot, you’re probably well aware that there’s nothing that attracts our feathered friends more than human foods! Why eat healthy pellets when you can have French …
Sprouting seeds for birds | Healthy parrot food!
Figuring out the right diet for your parrot can be challenging. Seed mixes are the traditional choice, but as mentioned in the article on parrot diet, they’re not ideal as …
Can parrots eat…? 18 fruits safe for parrots
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 …
Can parrots eat…? 26 vegetables safe for parrots
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 …
Can parrots eat mushrooms?
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 …
What does a parrot eat? Making healthy chop for your bird
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 …
5 easy & fun recipes for parrots and other birds
Here at Psittacology, we talk a lot about what parrots should eat. After all, research has shown time and time again that many domestic parrots suffer from health issues related …