Gaurav Dhir 
The following changes can be seen in older birds: Age-related Conditions: As birds get older, they may develop health problems. Certain species are more prone to certain conditions, such as African Greys being susceptible to atherosclerotic lesions inside of blood vessels than other species Adopting an older / second-hand parrot Health challenges that senior birds … Read more
In captivity, a variety of mutations have occurred, including blue, yellow / lutino, white, blue pastel, green fallow, blue fallow, pied, and dilute. Below listed are the most common … Parrotlet Information … Parrotlet Species … Parrotlet Photo Gallery
Brooder Temperatures and Other Information Useful Information: Breeders’ Resources (covers everything from handfeeding to potential breeding / chick problems) … Incubation Information … Information on Housing Chicks, Temperature Requirements, etc. Standard Units: TLC-40 Eco Chick Brooder TLC-40 Advance Chick Brooder Larger Units: TLC-50 Eco Portable Chick Brooder TLC-50 Advance Chick Brooder Available over our … Read more
The Red-necked Parrot or Dominican Amazon (Amazona arausiaca) – also known as the Dominican Blue-faced Amazon, Lessor Dominican Amazon and Jaco Parrot – is an Amazon parrot that is native to South America, specifically the Island of Dominica in the Caribbean Lesser Antilles. They prefer lowland and montane forest areas to 2,600 ft (780 m). … Read more
Lineolated Parakeets are quiet birds except for the odd little whistle and squeak here and there when you talk to them. They love to climb on their rope-type toys in their cage.
Sun Conures (Aratinga solstitialis), also known as sun parakeets, are colorful and beautiful birds native to South America. Their vibrant plumage, featuring shades of yellow, orange, and green with a contrasting black beak, makes them a visually stunning addition to any home. Sun Conures are social and active birds, often forming strong bonds with their … Read more
Useful Information: Breeders’ Resources (covers everything from handfeeding to potential breeding / chick problems) … Incubation Information … Information on Housing Chicks, Temperature Requirements, etc. Standard Units: Larger Units: For Sick / Very Delicate Birds or Small Animals, we recommend: Tough, efficient, easily cleaned and quick to set up, the TLC-40 Advance Parrot Brooder features: … Read more
A Bird’s Oil Gland – also known as Uropygial Gland or Preen Gland – Location and Function: During preening, birds gather oily secretions that contain diester waxes from their oil glands. This gland is located near the base of (just above) the tail. Birds distribute the oil over the plumage. The function of this oil … Read more
Renal Dysfunction or Kidney Disease is fairly common in pet birds, and is one of the more common problems in older birds. Normally functioning kidneys filter waste products from the blood stream into the urine.
Lovebirds, like all birds, are very adapt at concealing their illness. This is a self-preservation mechanism, as the sick and the weak are the ones predators will focus on. By the time your lovebird looks ill, you can assume that your pet is seriously sick and is likely to deteriorate quickly unless appropriate treatment is … Read more