Blue Crown Conures (Aratinga acuticaudata) are in the Artinga family of Conures. Other common names are the Sharp Tailed Conure or the Blue Headed Conure. There are 2 other sub-species; Aratinga haemorrhous and Aratinga neumanni. The natural range of Blue Crown Conures extends to several countries in South America that include: Columbia, eastern and south … Read more
Stress can cause major behavioral problems with any bird, but it is of even more concern with African Greys. Greys are sensitive to the moods of humans and the ambiance of the human environment because they are genetically vulnerable. The habitat where they evolved is, for the most part, on the margins of forested areas. … Read more
For anyone interested in breeding birds, whether they be a novice or boast years of experience, I think the Quaker is an excellent choice for many reasons. We have found that they are, by far, the easiest of all birds to breed. For one, the cost associated with starting a hobby or business of breeding … Read more
The wife said, “Hocky puck, this time you have gone too far, What have you done with the money that was in the cookie jar?” “Oh my apple dumpling with thick cream, my fountain of joy, I know you’ll understand that my amazon needed a new toy.”The wife said, “Explain, you spineless tiptoeing tulip, Who … Read more
Zoonotic diseases are diseases that are transmissable from animals to humans. Young children, elderly adults and individuals with poorly functioning immune systems are at the greatest risk of being infected by a zoonotic disease. While there are a number of diseases which can be transmitted by companion birds, many are more likely to be transmitted … Read more
Many of us have seen a variety of over-the-counter medications at pet stores. If your bird becomes ill, buying one of these medications and giving it to him may seem like a plausible thing to do. However, nothing can be further from the truth. If your bird appears to be “under the weather”, I would … Read more
One of the most often asked questions that I receive from potential clients, is whether they should purchase one or two birds, or whether they should get another companion bird for their existing pet bird.Birds are natural flock creatures and they form strong bonds with other members of their flocks. Raising birds in pairs can … Read more
Your baby will be coming home soon! It is important to be patient, gentle and considerate of your new Grey. He doesn’t know you. He is in a strange place with strangers. He will undergo a brief grieving period. He has lost all that was familiar and loved – the other babies he played with … Read more
Many of us want to take our parrot out with us on an adventure. The thought comes to us easily, but in reality, if we simply jumped at our urges you would see even more lost parrots on the lists and in the newspapers. You could pop your pal into a carrier and be off, … Read more
Ten years ago, not many people knew about, let alone wanted, an African Timneh Grey. Today potential grey purchasers are doing their homework and researching which type of grey would be the best bird for them. Why the turn-around? The answer lies in the bird itself, and the pleasure of their owners. For a long … Read more