HEALTH & NUTRITION – myPARROTCARE

Congo African Grey Parrot eating Cucumber on branch

Delicious Bird Chop Recipe for Fussy Eaters

It's not as cruel as it sounds, rather a process of finely chopping fresh and/or cooked food to form a mix. Simply put, a bird salad....

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Choose the Safest Bird Cage Now & Avoid Regret Later

Avian professionals who specialize in breeding or rescues, investing in stainless steel cages is a must. However as first time bird owners, what are your options?...

How to Safely Sprout Seeds for Your Parrot

Unlike the traditional dry bird seed mix, sprouted seeds are a healthier option due to low fat and high vitamin content. Learn how to make your own sprout seed mix today!...

Rainbow Lorikeet Paralysis Preening Pair

Lorikeets Suddenly Dropping Out of the Sky in Australia

Across eastern Australia, Rainbow Lorikeets have been plagued by a disease called Lorikeet Paralysis Syndrome (Clenching Syndrome) leaving them flightless....

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The Startling Truth About Birds in Shock (& Treatment)

Have you ever come across an injured bird and didn't know what to do? Quickly recognizing the signs of avian shock is ultimately a matter of life or death....

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Ultimate Parrot Anatomy Lesson for Beginners (Bonus Meme)

Have you ever heard of the nape, crop or cloaca of a bird? Just like the human body there is a whole glossary related to parrot anatomy....

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Danger of Egg Binding: Symptoms, Diagnosis, Treatment & Prevention

If you're thinking of getting a female bird. You may just reconsider. Egg binding is a condition whereby the egg cannot pass the reproductive tract....

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Basic and Quick Bird Egg Identification Chart

Of course we all know what a chicken egg looks. Ever find an egg and wondered which bird it could belong to? Can you label these eggs to its birdie mamma?...

Blue and Gold Macaw spreading right wing for viewing of primary and secondary coverts

Simple Anatomical Guide to Feathers of the Wing

Do you clip your birds wings? Before you pick up the scissors, take a short anatomy lesson to see if you're clipping the correct feathers....

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Never Feed Your Birds These 10 Common Foods

Has your bird ever tried to take a peck of your chocolate? These 10 innocent things may make your mouth water but inching your bird closer to death....