Meet NYC’s Art Activist Protecting the City’s Pigeons
New York City’s Mother Pigeon transforms art and activism into an unexpected voice for the city’s pigeons.
Lafeber’s Global Parrot Conservation Spotlight May 2026: Saving Scarlet Macaws Across Guatemala & Honduras
A volunteer-led conservation effort in Guatemala is helping border communities protect scarlet macaws crossing from Honduras.
Parrots Follow Flock Food Trends
Study finds that wild cockatoos learn new food behaviors through social observation, much like humans follow social trends.
Lafeber’s Global Parrot Conservation Spotlight April 2026: DNA Sequencing Helps Solve Environmental Crime
Learn how cutting-edge DNA sequencing is helping scientists expose illegal parrot trafficking and protect endangered species in real time.
How Birds Help Keep Our Planet in Balance
Celebrate Earth Day with a quick dive into how birds, from hummingbirds to parrots, quietly help keep our planet balanced and thriving.
Vulture & Hawk Share Unlikely Bond
A turkey vulture and a red-tailed hawk defy expectations with a decade-long friendship built on shared injury and daily acts of care.
Dr. Pepperberg Update: From Stranded in Dubai to Home Again
Dr. Pepperberg gives us an update to her previous blog, sharing how a last-minute lifeline turned her Dubai ordeal into a flight home.
Move Over, Easter Bunny — Birds Do Eggs Best
Rabbits may get the Easter spotlight, but birds are the true egg artists.
Lost in las Vegas: A Toucan’s Unexpected Adventure
After months on the loose, Toucan Sam’s wild Las Vegas adventure finally comes to a safe and hopeful end.
Loki: The Mischievous Raven Winning Hearts Online
From a rehoming case to a social media star, Loki the Raven’s story shows just how remarkable and resilient birds can be.
As Missiles Fly In Dubai, Dr. Pepperberg Looks For A Way Home
Stranded in Dubai as regional conflict disrupts travel, Dr. Irene Pepperberg shares a candid dispatch from the field; reflecting on the realities of scientific travel and her simple wish to get home.
Study Insights: Amazon Parrots’ Male/Female-Specific Vocalizations
New research suggest that Amazon parrots use complex, rule-based duets; complete with male- and female-specific calls.
Lafeber’s Conservation Spotlight February 2026: Solidarity Campaign For Honduras’s Macaws
Lafeber’s Global Spotlight highlights a powerful partnership in La Moskitia, where indigenous communities and One Earth Conservation race to protect vulnerable macaw nests during breeding season.
Loving Hands Help Arthritic Cockatiel Fly Again
Paco’s story shows how gentle care and a little creativity can help aging birds with arthritis continue to enjoy life.
A Happier You, A Happier Bird: Small Changes That Make A Big Difference
Simple life shifts can be a game changer for both you and your bird.
Lafeber’s Global Parrot Conservation Spotlight December 2025: Sierra Leone’s Timneh Parrots
This month’s Lafeber Globak Conservation spotlight supports the community-led conservation in Sierra Leone to protect mangrove habitats critical to the survival of the Endangered Timneh parrot.
Winter Ready: A Look At Birds’ Feet
Discover how birds keep their feet warm in winter and how you can help your pet parrot stay cozy, too.
A Rockin’ Feathered–Human Duo!
A rocky start between Frank and Amazon parrot Tico evolves into a viral, music-powered partnership that has captured hearts around the world.
Inside Dr. Pepperberg’s Lab: Fundraising Powers The Work
Dr. Pepperberg reveals what daily life in her research lab really looks like—and the support that keeps it going.
Lafeber’s Global Parrot Conservation Spotlight November 2025: Peru’s Taricaya EcoReserve
Meet the dedicated team at Peru’s Taricaya EcoReserve working to rehabilitate confiscated parrots and return them to the wild.
Thousands Of Birds Caught In The Eye Of The Hurricane
Hurricane Melissa drew many migratory birds into its center, where strong winds left them fatigued and disoriented.
Webinar: Fun For The Holidays! Annual Pet Bird Holiday Gift Guide & Giveaway – Special Time 11AM PST
Get into the holiday spirit as Lisa Bono unwraps fun, safe bird toys, festive prizes, and gift ideas for you and your flock! Join us Friday, December 19th!
From Laughter To Lessons: Remembering Athena
In her heartfelt tribute, Dr. Irene Pepperberg remembers Athena, the extraordinary African grey whose brilliance (and cheeky nature!) leaves a lasting impact both inside and beyond her research lab.
Lafeber’s Global Parrot Conservation Spotlight October 2025: Indonesia’s Abbotti Sulphur-Crested Cockatoos
On Indonesia’s Masakambing Island, the Abbotti cockatoo, a subspecies of the sulphur-crested (Cacatua sulphurea abbotti), is slowly rebounding through community-led conservation and protection efforts.
How Technology Is Helping Birds Fly Safer Skies
The growing field of aeroecology is transforming our understanding of birds in flight and helping make the skies safer for them.
Why Feathers Are Nature’s Finest Design
See how feathers combine beauty and function, making them nature’s ultimate design.
Can Wayward Parakeet Survive Central Park’s Winter?
Mei Mei, Central Park’s wayward parakeet who has been spotted living among sparrows, faces her biggest challenge yet: the NYC’s winter chill.
Webinar: The Grey Way: Holiday Safety Review!
Join us November 7th for a FREE, live webinar with certified parrot behavior consultant Lisa Bono, who will share practical holiday safety tips to help keep your birds healthy, happy, and out of harm’s way during the busy season.
From Tangled Toes To Happy Pigeons: London Group To The Rescue
The London Pigeon Rescue Crew volunteers tirelessly to free city pigeons from stringfoot, rehabilitating them and inspiring fellow Londoners to help protect urban wildlife.
Lafeber’s Parrot Conservation Spotlight September 2025: Brazil’s Green-Winged Macaws
Lafeber’s Global Parrot Conservation spotlight takes us to Brazil, where a former garbage dumpsite has been reborn as a thriving sanctuary for green-winged macaws.
Why Do Cockatoos Dance? Science Digs In
A recent study reveals that cockatoos don’t just follow the beat, they invent their own dance moves, opening up fascinating new questions about the pure joy of movement.
Webinar: Parrots, Past, And Present – Do’s And Don’ts Of Parrot Behavior And Care
Don’t miss Lisa Bono’s next webinar, Parrots, Past & Present – Do’s & Don’ts of Parrot Behavior & Care, on October 24th!
Bird Words For Bird Nerds; Vol. 1
Level up your bird nerd game with fascinating words about birds.
A Rainbow Remembrance For Our Birds
Rainbow Bridge Remembrance Day is a heartfelt opportunity to honor the birds who enriched our lives.
Webinar: Parrots, Past, And Present – Stories From The AFA Conference
Lisa Bono, CPBC, joins us on September 12th to share highlights, interviews, and photos from the American Federation of Aviculture’s 51st Annual Conference in Raleigh, NC.
Lafeber’s Conservation Spotlight August 2025: Re-Wilding Panama’s Great Green Macaws
Lafeber’s conservation spotlight shines on Panama’s Azuero Peninsula, where the Panama Wildlife Conservation Charity(PWC) is leading the effort to restore the habitat of the critically endangered great green macaws.
Ravens Keep Guard At The Tower Of London
The Tower of London’s resident ravens have been part of its traditions for centuries, cared for year-round and cherished by visitors and Londoners alike.
Migration Magic? Birds May Use Quantum Physics To Navigate
Migrating birds may use quantum entanglement in their eyes to visualize Earth’s magnetic fields and navigate across continents.
Group Chat: What Would You Call Your Parrots?
What’s in a name? Check out these fun, fitting group names for parrots to match their charm, chaos, and personality.
The Other AI: Avian Intelligence
Dr. Pepperberg’s latest blo challenges the derogatory use of “stochastic parrot” in AI discourse and defends the intelligence of real parrots as worthy of respect.
Photograph Your Bird Like A Pro
Learn how to safely and easily capture great photos of your feathered family member.
How Wind Energy Is Learning To Watch Out For Birds
Learn how AI-equipped marine buoys are helping protect birds and bats from wind turbines by tracking flight patterns and guiding wildlife-friendly energy solutions.
A Feather-Safe Fourth Of July
From sunshine to safety, make the Fourth stress-free for your bird.
From Darkness To Daylight: Boo The Cockatoo Sees Again
Blinded for years, Boo the 40-year-old cockatoo regained his sight through surgery and is now flying and thriving as a therapy bird.
Lafeber’s Global Parrot Conservation Spotlight June 2025: The Parrots Of Paraguay
With support from Lafeber, ACPP is rescuing trafficked parrots, releasing macaws into the wild, and building national momentum for parrot conservation in Paraguay.
2025’s Remarkable Bird Migration
This year’s bird migration has brought an extraordinary number of birds back to their summer habitats, offering a spectacular seasonal display shaped by favorable weather and growing public interest.
Inside Dr. Pepperberg’s Lab: Parrot Emotions At The End Of The Semester
When familiar faces leave at semester’s end, Dr. Irene Pepperberg’s parrots feel the shift, reminding us how strongly birds respond to changes in routine and relationships.
Father Knows Nest: Meet Some Of Nature’s Best Bird Dads
Discover the surprising ways bird dads help raise their chicks.
Parrots, Peer Groups, And Talking: New Study
A new study on monk parakeets shows that, like us, parrot communication is shaped by the company they keep.
Lafeber’s Conservation Spotlight May 2025: Looking For Africa’s “Lost Lovebirds”
Discover how the World Parrot Trust is searching for Africa’s “lost lovebirds” and learn how this month’s Lafeber donation is helping protect these rare parrots in the wild.
Crows Hold Long-Term Grudges
Discover how crows hold lasting grudges, recognize faces, and teach their flock to remember those who “wronged them” — even years later.
Why Parrots Matter For A Healthier Planet
Explore three meaningful ways parrots help keep Earth’s ecosystems resilient, diverse, and thriving.
A Parrot’s Mess Becomes A Creative Expression
A parrotlet named Bruce has turned his berry-stained eating habits into an unexpected form of abstract art, inspiring books and raising support for bird rescue efforts.
Lafeber’s Global Parrot Conservation Spotlight March 2025: Brazil’s Vinaceous-Breasted And The Turquoise-Fronted Amazons
Lafeber’s latest Global Parrot Conservation Spotlight highlights Brazil’s “To Fly Project,” helping rescued Amazon parrots regain survival skills and return to the wild.
Parrot Shenanigans: The Trickster Behaviors That Fool Us
Don’t be an April Fool! Your parrot might be tricking you at mealtime and beyond. Understand their clever antics to stay one step ahead.
6 Ways To Be Your Bird’s Best Companion
Discover six ways to support your bird, from safety checks to socialization, and ensure they thrive in your care!
Budgies And The Science Of Speech: How These Tiny Parrots Mimic Us
A new study reveals that budgies mimic speech using specialized neurons like humans, offering insights into vocal learning and speech disorders.
Webinar: Our 5th Anniversary And New Series! Parrots, Past, And Present: Starting Out In The 70s
To celebrate 5 years of offering FREE webinars, we’re launching a new webinar series with Lisa Bono, CPBC — Parrots, Past & Present: Starting Out in the 70s. Sign up and join us Friday, April 4th!
Live From The Nest! Watch Bald Eagle Chicks Grow In Real Time
Watch the Big Bear Eagle Cam as three bald eagle chicks hatch and grow! Tune in live to witness their incredible journey.
Victims Of The Illegal Pet Trade: 113 Parrots Drowned
In sad turn of events last May, 113 parrots drowned after being thrown into the ocean. These birds deserved better, and their loss can serve as a catalyst for meaningful change.
