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Parrot facts

Miscellaneous parrot facts that don’t belong in any category of their own! For example, did you know that parrots love to bathe? Do you know what to do if your parrot is molting? All the wacky ins and outs about our favorite feathered friends.

Indian ringneck parrot portrait

Parrot history | Ringneck Parakeets In Ancient Rome & Greece

Published: February 27, 2022Modified: March 7, 2024

It’s not surprising that we’re by no means the first folks to keep parrots as pets. These hook-billed birds have been fascinating people around the world for thousands of years …

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White budgie parakeet with wet feathers after a bath.

How To Give A Parrot A Bath | For A Happy Bird!

Published: January 17, 2022Modified: January 15, 2024

If you’re thinking of adding a parrot to your family, you might be wondering if they like to bathe. After all, you’re probably aware that many of the wild birds …

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Small downy feather from budgie parakeet | Budgie molting, what to do?

Budgie Molting | Help, My Parakeet Is Molting!

Published: May 18, 2021Modified: December 6, 2023

Has your budgie’s cage floor turned into a sea of feathers? Are you seeing strange pins on its head and body? Might your bird be a bit more cranky than …

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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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  • Parrots by species
    • List of parrot species
    • African grey parrots
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    • Budgies
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    • Cockatiels
    • Cockatoos
    • Conures
    • Eclectus
    • Indian ringnecks
    • Lories & lorikeets
    • Lovebirds
    • Parakeets
    • Parrotlets
    • Quaker parrots
  • Parrot care
    • Parrot accessories
    • Parrot diet
    • Parrot comparisons
    • Parrot DIY
    • Parrot facts
    • Parrot lifespan
    • Parrot talking
    • Parrot training
    • Wild parrots