Understanding your bird’s emotional health and care needs is the recipe for a happy parrot-person household. Our avian-expert written articles are here to give you the information you need to keep your pet bird healthy and happy. Each week, we bring you exclusive articles written by veterinarians, behaviorists and other experts in the avian community. Whether you are new to the world of companion birds or are a seasoned parrot parent, you’ll find fascinating facts, need-to-know medical information, behavior tips and tricks, and much more!
Surprising Adaptations: Study Sheds Light On How City Birds Reacted to Covid-19
When people all but vanished from cities during Covid-19 lockdowns, how did urban birds react to this human-free environment? Researchers from Tel Aviv University and Hebel Normal University used acoustic recorders to monitor the behavior of birds in the deserted streets and parks of Tel Aviv. The results might surprise you. See which birds decreased their activities when parks were empty and which flocked to this altered urban landscape.
Avian Thermometers – How Birds Regulate Body Heat Through Legs & Beaks
As climate changes, research unveils birds’ remarkable ability to regulate body temperature through their beaks and legs. A study on 14 Australian species using thermal imaging found birds actively adjust blood flow to dissipate or conserve heat, with larger appendages providing greater heat exchange. This adaptation could aid their survival amid rising temperatures.
NYC Mourns Its Celebrity Owl Flaco After Sudden Tragedy
After living free in New York City’s Central Park for more than a year after escaping the zoo, celebrity owl Flaco suffered fatal injuries after flying into a window, and his fans mourn his loss.
New Study Dives Into The Reasons Why Parrots Dunk Their Food
Why do birds dunk their food? It’s a behavior many owners witness daily. In a recent study with cockatoos, researchers tested foods of differing types and consistencies to see which ones the parrots tended to dunk and to theorize what drives this texture preference.
Why You Should Rethink Allowing Your Parrot On The Floor
Understanding our birds instinctive and their learned behaviors and knowing how to work with them can serve us well in avoiding behavior issues. A “cute” behavior that may have encouraged by the caregiver in the beginning, can become a learned behavior that is adapted by the parrot that leads to negative consequences.
Why A Routine Helps The Flock & The Caregiver
A daily routine can give companion parrots a sense of security — knowing what’s in the plan for the day means they can look forward to timely meals/snacks, out-of-cage time, social interaction, and clean cages. Get inspired by the way Lisa Bono, CPBC, maintains a schedule that helps ensure she doesn’t miss a beat when it comes to caring for the flock.
Top-Ten Holiday Hazards For Your Pet Bird
The companion parrot is part of the family! While including our feathered friends in the holiday season, we must be sure to keep them safe.
Uncover The Pitfalls Of Problem Behaviors in Pet Birds
Parrots are wonderful if you have a low tolerance for boredom like I do. Despite living and working with them for over three decades, I still find their complexities stimulating and the study of their behaviors both fascinating and absorbing.