
PET BIRD PERSONALITIES (10): Pionus, Quaker Parrots
Pionus (pronounced pie-OH-nus) are generally quiet, curious birds from
Pionus (pronounced pie-OH-nus) are generally quiet, curious birds from
Parrotlets are small, predominantly green birds from Latin America. These spunky little birds have large personalities and are well suited to living in small spaces, […]
Grass Parakeets Grass parakeet is a term used to describe several genera of small, colorful Australian parrots that make good candidates for aviary living. They […]
Diamond Doves Diamond doves are native to Australia. They take their name from the pattern of small white dots found across their otherwise gray wings. […]
Cockatoos Cockatoos originated in Australia. With their striking appearance and cuddly personalities, these crested white or pink birds are sure to attract attention. Be warned […]
African Greys As their name suggests, African greys come from Africa and are predominantly gray birds with red tails. These highly intelligent parrots are regarded […]
Habitat selection varies according to species but not all habitat selection involves ‘territory’. Many species remain itinerant, at least to some extent. Albatrosses, as is […]
Birds occupy both a vertical plane and a horizontal plane above ground level. Not all birds forage for food at the same level above ground. […]
The wing is a forelimb and an adaptation to flight that is unique to class Aves. The bones of the wing reveal their reptilian ancestry. […]
Many birds use their feet, as well as their beaks, for foraging and hunting. Chickens and many ground-dwelling birds scratch the ground to locate food, […]
The beak, or bill, is the bird’s main equipment for preening, feeding and attacking. The bill is adapted primarily for feeding and we know this […]
Birds come in all shapes, sizes and colours and are adapted to an enormously wide range of ecological circumstances. Despite their differences, they all have […]
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