The Field Guide

Pet Birds

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

Two blue and gold macaws face to face, one holding a red berry in its beak

Is a Cockatiel a Parrot?

Is a cockatiel a parrot, a budgie, a cockatoo, a parakeet, or something completely different from all these? If you are hunting for information on a new pet

A close-up of a grey cockatiel with a yellow face and orange cheek patch perched on a mossy branch.

Are Cockatiels Aggressive? Do They Bite?

If you are looking to get yourself a new pet cockatiel, you might have several questions, and among them, an important one is: are cockatiels aggressive? We

Close-up of a sky blue budgie with a grey and white head, showing its cere above the beak.

Budgie Cere Bleeding – What To Do?

The treatment for budgie cere bleeding depends on the exact cause. In some cases, the bleeding may be stopped by only putting gentle pressure on the bird's

A blue budgie perched on a branch with a green budgie just behind it.

Budgies As Pets – All You Need To Know

But before you run out and buy one, there are a few things you need to know. This guide will tell you everything you need to know about keeping budgies as pets.

Two blue and gold macaws face to face, one holding a red berry in its beak

Parrot Species by Country

This index is separated by country listing only the major groups/species. However, links to comprehensive listings for each continent / locality are also

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