Parrot myths

10/12/2021

The beautiful and entertaining Amazon Parrots have been hailed by many bird experts as some of the best talkers. They can develop exceptionally large vocabularies, and seem to have more clarity in their speech than many other species. Lovable and sociable, they demand a lot of attention from their owners

09/12/2021

African Grey Parrots or Congo Grey Parrots are a single species from the equatorial region of Central Africa. These old-world parrots are often cited as the most intelligent birds on Earth. These incredible parrots have surprised everyone from casual bird owners to university researchers with their remarkable memories and deep emotional capacities. Because of this, anyone who adopts an African Grey needs to be certain that they will be able to spend ample time socializing with their pet each day. Their lifespan is 50 to 80 years.

08/12/2021

It’s best to keep training sessions SHORT and end the session before the bird does. This will leave you both wanting more! Most training sessions are only a few minutes long, and shouldn’t exceed 15 minutes (sometimes sessions go longer because the routine you’re asking is longer or the reward process is longer for birds that are severely phobic and don’t take treats well – I’ve also worked with birds who eat realllllly slowly…)

27/11/2021

Myth the fourth "My parrot eats everything"
This is one of the most common bird keeping problems. Owners, due to their illiteracy, think that birds are omnivorous, and then they have to see a doctor.

23/11/2021

Myth the third "Any cage is suitable for my bird"
Unfortunately, this is also not true, but it would be so convenient. But no birds are the same, they are all different

20/11/2021

The second myth "After the purchase, the bird can be released immediately."
This is highly untrue. If you let it fly right away, then, firstly, the bird, not knowing the surrounding territory, will certainly get injured

15/11/2021

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15/11/2021

They live long and learn something new throughout life. But the parrots are not children, their brain and thinking are arranged quite differently, and do not expect from them the same reaction that from the child. This is a bird that has its own features and individuality.

15/11/2021

Parrots have a five-year-old child intelligence
Very common myth. Yes, parrots are very clever and trained.

04/11/2021

Parrots do not require special care
This statement is very far from the truth. We already wrote that these birds require more time and attention than dogs or cats. Like all birds, they are fragile creatures, so care must be taken when caring for them. In addition to communication, parrots need a large cage, toys, mirrors, swings, etc. Parrots need toys throughout their lives, unlike, for example, dogs, which no longer need them in adulthood. To become a good host for your feathered pet, you need to gather as much information as possible about its needs, and invest time and money in caring for it.

04/11/2021

Parrots get along well with other animals
It depends on the specific bird. There is a rule of thumb: NEVER let two different species of animals communicate without your supervision. They do not understand each other's body language and gestures. Leaving animals unattended can lead to the risk of injury to one of them.

29/10/2021

Parrots only eat seeds and grains.
Grains and seeds make up an important part of the parrot's menu. However, if you want your bird to be healthy and live long, it should also eat vegetables and fruits. There are ready-to-eat foods that contain all the nutrients your pet needs, but alternating with other foods is recommended for variety. In addition, seeds are very high in fat, and birds that eat only them are more susceptible to disease. A proper parrot's menu should include fruits, vegetables, dry food, rice and a LOW amount of seeds.

29/10/2021

Parrots need less attention than cats and dogs
This myth is the exact opposite of the present state of affairs. As we wrote above, parrots are extremely sociable animals, they need much more attention than dogs and cats. Never get a parrot if you can't make time for it every day. It is best to place the cage in an area where all family members are often. But remember that keeping a bird in a cage all the time is akin to bullying, so let your pet fly from time to time. However, before doing this, you need to make sure that the room does not harbor hidden dangers, such as open windows, running fans, etc.