Bird Care
Housing For Pet Birds
General Cage Requirements Housing requirements will depend on the size and the species of bird(s) kept and on whether the birds remain in their enclosure or are allowed to fly free. At a minimum, for all birds, the shortest side of the cage should be at least twice the wingspan of the largest bird being…
Read MoreCaring for Budgerigars (pet budgies)
Quick Facts About Budgies: Scientific Name: Melopscittacus undulatus Life expectancy: 7-12 years Adult bodyweight: 35-55g Sexual maturity: 6-9 months Origin: Desert Regions of Australia Sexual Dimorphism: Yes – males blue cere, females brown. General Description Also known as grass parakeets or shell parakeets, budgerigars (budgies) are one of the most popularly kept pet birds worldwide.…
Read MoreCaring For Amazon Parrots
About Amazon Parrots Amazon parrots are a diverse group of birds from Central and South America. Most Amazon parrots have a predominantly green body with accents of various colours depending on the species. Amazons are very social birds, and have become popular pets internationally due to their fun-loving and affectionate natures. Amazons are a highly…
Read MoreCaring For African Grey Parrots
Quick Facts About African Grey Parrots: Life expectancy: 50 years. Adult bodyweight: 400-450g (Congo), 300-320g (Timneh). Origin: Central Africa. Sexual dimorphism: No General Description There are two types of African Grey Parrot. The Congo Grey is more common as a pet bird, and is larger and a lighter colour than the charcoal grey of the…
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