Quaker Parrots (Myiopsitta monachus) – also called Monk Parakeets – are one of the most familiar of all birds in captivity. These small parrots are native to central and southern South America, particularly the country of Argentina. How long does a Quaker Parrot survive in the wild? What is their natural lifespan? The commonly quoted…
Rainbow Lorikeets are native to Australia and they are one of the most widespread species around the continent. In fact, Rainbow Lorikeets are regularly at the top of a popular annual Australian survey where residents report the birds they see in their backyards or other locations. In 2021 the Rainbow Lorikeet was the most reported…
There is hardly anywhere you can go in Australia without coming across wild parrots. Even the most inhospitable desert areas which make up most of the country are home to parrots – but they will usually be much more difficult to see than those which live around the coastal perimeter of the country. Most Australian…
If you have access to fresh tree branches to use as perches and enrichhment for your parrots – that’s fantastic! Natural wood perches are the best thing for any parrot’s feet, with the texture and variability of the wood ensuring that birds are not putting pressure on the same parts of their feet all the…
We’ve noted that people regularly search for “best parrot as a pet”, “best parrot for a beginner”, “best parrot for children”, and “best parrot for living in an apartment” – these are really concerning. Why? No parrot should be kept in an apartment. Parrots are wild animals (in other words, they are not domesticated. Note…
