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Bird Basics: Sun Conures

Looking for a loving little bird that is easy to train and loves human companionship? Take a look at the lovely South American sun conure! These birds wear a rainbow of colors — brilliant yellows, reds and oranges and vibrant blues and greens. The younger birds will not be as brightly colored as the adults; full color and plumage will develop by one year of age. Beaks and feet are black, and you’ll see distinctive white patches around each eye. Sun conures can live more than twenty years — the average lifespan is between twenty-five and thirty years. They are … Continue reading →

Bird Basics: Lifespans and Lifelong Care

If you are adding a bird to the family, be prepared for a long commitment. As a general rule, the larger a bird is, the longer it may live. In ideal conditions, you can expect these life spans from pet birds: Finches, canaries, and budgies can live fifteen years or more Cockatiels, lovebirds, doves, and pigeons can live twenty years or more Conures can live thirty years or more Amazons and African greys can live fifty years or more Macaws can live sixty years or more Cockatoos can live sixty-five years or more Want to keep your bird happy and … Continue reading →

Bird Basics: Choosing The Right Bird For You

Keeping a bird for a pet isn’t as big a commitment as having a dog or a cat, right? WRONG! Larger parrots can live fifty years or more, and a Macaw can live for close to a hundred years. The bird you buy today may be a commitment for the rest of your life. So how do you pick the right bird for you and your family? Think about size. Generally speaking, the bigger the bird, the bigger the commitment you’re making. Your bird’s size will determine how large a cage you’ll need, how much cleaning up you’ll do, and … Continue reading →