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Bird Facts articles from Beauty of Birds: expert, ethical guidance on caring for and training pet birds.

Three budgies in different colors, two blue and white and one yellow-green, perched together on a low branch.

Parrots Are Very Loyal – What This Means For Owners

Budgies, love birds, and cockatiels are especially favorite pet parrot species and are all very social. Although they can grow close to their owners, it is

Sep 9, 2023

Two blue and gold macaws perched side by side on a branch in front of green leaves.

Are Macaws Friendly? 8 Facts You Must Know

Loud and large, macaws may seem intimidating if you come across them, but these birds are in fact, known to be quite friendly and playful.

Sep 9, 2023

Four budgies, mostly yellow, perched on a log in warm evening sunlight.

Should You Actually Feed Your Parrot Grit? It Can Be Fatal!

If you’ve browsed the bird supply aisle at your favorite pet store, you’ve probably noticed a lot of grit bags lining the shelves. This seemingly simple

Sep 9, 2023

A green lovebird with a dark face and red beak perched on a bare branch.

Why Your Parrot Is Regurgitating On You (This Needs To Stop)

Spend a ton of time with your parrot and you will notice they regurgitate on you, and repeated instances of this cause you to wonder, “why does this parrot

Sep 9, 2023

A green Indian ringneck parakeet perched in a tree full of pink cherry blossoms.

Are Indian Ringnecks Loud? What You Should Know

Of all the different species of parrots out there, one that seems to get a lot of flack is the Indian Ringneck. One of the many rumors spread about this bird

Sep 9, 2023

Three grey cockatiels with yellow crests standing side by side against a green background.

10 Potential Reasons Why Your Parrot Is So Scared

In keeping a parrot, it is important that you make sure he is comfortable and happy. After all, an unhappy parrot can be the reason feather plucking, biting

Sep 9, 2023

Close-up portrait of a green Indian ringneck parakeet with a red beak and dark neck ring.

Are Indian Ringneck Parakeets Dusty?

With bright green feathers and a beautiful red beak, the Indian Ringneck Parakeets make for perfect companions! Although this delightful breed can charm

Sep 9, 2023

A green budgie rests on a thick branch against a dark, dim background.

Do Budgies Need Darkness To Sleep?

It seems reasonable that if your bird is sleepy, they will fall asleep, but that isn't always the case.

Sep 9, 2023

Close-up of a budgie with a yellow face and grey and white barred wing feathers.

Should You Clip Your Budgie’s Wings?

There are a lot of ‘taming’ practices that pet owners do to their companion. For example, ‘Should we put our dog on a leash or let them free?’, or ‘should we

Sep 9, 2023

Close-up of a green and yellow budgie with black scalloped wing markings.

4 Reasons Why Cuttlebones Are Crucial For Parrots

Cuttlebones are commonly found in birdcages everywhere. You know, those ubiquitous white surfboard-shaped mollusc shells that birds chirpily peck onto? But

Sep 9, 2023