Do parrots actually understand what they’re saying?
Parrots are prolific vocal learners. But do they actually understand the words they say? Do Talking Parrots Know What They’re Saying? New Research Suggests Many Do Parrots are well-known for…
29-Year-Old Rescue Parrot’s Beak Was So Long It Curved Under Her Chin
She was waiting for help — and now she looks so much different. Winnie the Macaw Gets a New Lease on Life After Dramatic Rescue When the family of a…
40-Year-Old Parrot Who Waited Alone In House For 2 Weeks Collapses Once She’s Safe
“As she felt better and got stronger, she got brighter and a bit more sassy.” Debbie’s Second Chance: A Remarkable Rescue Journey When Debbie was found alone in her home,…
The Dracula Parrot: New Guinea’s Gothic Screamer of the Rainforest
Pesquet’s parrot, also known as a Dracula parrot, resembles a vulture and has a distinct scream — but its favorite food is figs. Name: Dracula Parrot (Psittrichas fulgidus)Habitat: Rainforests of…
Thick-Billed Parrot, Once Native to the US, Makes a Remarkable Comeback
A recent collaboration between public and private sectors in Mexico has revealed that the population of thick-billed parrots has reached approximately 2,500 individuals—a growth of over 10% compared to records…
Unexpected Bond: Heartbroken Bird Finds Best Friendship with Tiny Companion
“Nobody at Bonorong expected them to form such a tight bond …” Friendships flourish abundantly at Australia’s Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary (BWS), where echidnas mingle with kangaroos, and rescued residents often…
Parrots Perfect ‘Beakiation’: Branch Navigation Made Easy!
Parrots are not merely casual observers in the tree canopy; they are masters of mobility. In a revelation that underscores their adaptability, researchers have unveiled a new locomotive technique employed…
Lincolnshire Wildlife Park’s Success in Censoring Parrots’ Colorful Vocabulary
A wildlife park’s unconventional approach to addressing its parrots’ swearing behavior seems to be yielding positive results. In January, Lincolnshire Wildlife Park announced its intention to reintegrate eight parrots, previously…
Queenie, the Enigmatic Budgie who Forever Nestled in our Hearts and Mystified Us All
Fond Memories of Queenie: The Talkative Budgie In the late 1980s, Queenie, the beloved budgerigar, enchanted the household with her uncanny imitations of everyday sounds. The trill of the rotary…
Exploring the Culinary Adventures of Parrots and Cucumbers
Tomatoes, cucumbers, and an array of veggies are constant fixtures in our culinary repertoire. But here’s a feathered twist to the tale—can our vibrant parrot pals munch on cucumbers? After…