Puppy Care

If you love exotic pet birds and are thinking about purchasing one to join your family, you should really do some research and familiarize yourself with the variety of colors, sizes, temperaments and requirements for the species you are considering.

If taken time to train your parrots, they can be highly socialized, thanks to their high intelligence level. Quiet popular because they have the ability to imitate various sounds including the human voice, these colorful birds are among the most favorite avian pets because the majority of its species are relatively easy to manage.

Mainly found in South America and in Australia, parrots come in a variety of sizes, colors and species, such as different types of “Lorikeet” like the “Rainbow Lorikeet”, “Green Naped Lorikeet”, “Blue Lorikeet” and many more. While some parrots are larger and look mightier compared to others, there are also those that are small in size and ordinary looking birds.

While parrots come in a beautiful array of colored feathers, it’s interesting to note that the dominant color in all is green. Some species of parrots come in variety of multi-color shades, like bright white, yellow, and green hues.

Aside from its color, parrots are also characterized for possessing great hooked bills and feet that are perfect for climbing trees. The majority of parrots live a vegetarian existence, preferring fruits and seeds, but there are some varieties that also eat chicken or other lean meats as well.

Studies prove that birds are the best pets for children, and among birds the most suitable are the parrots. Aside from being intelligent birds, parrots are also ideal for kids especially for those who are starting to recite their first words because they can teach kids to imitate sounds and the human language as well. Due to their intellect and ease of Training, the African Grey parrot are ideal smart parrots for your child.

The most common species of parrots kept as pets are The African Gray, Cockatoos, Amazons and Macaws.