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Bird Basics: Lovebirds

The name “lovebirds” isn’t just a cute name for a cute bird. These little birds form strong bonds with owners and mates and cannot thrive without frequent interaction. If you don’t have a lot of time to spend with your lovebird, you will need to purchase a mate to keep your feathered friend company. Lovebirds come from Africa and Madagascar and have been a popular pet bird for more than a century. They are extremely social, intelligent, playful, and affectionate. Because they are extremely active pets, lovebirds need space in their cages to explore, climb, and fly. They also love … Continue reading →

Parakeets

One of the most popular breeds of domestic bird is the parakeet, or budgerigar. These small birds originate from the grasslands and woods of central and southern Australia. In the wild, budgies are striped green and yellow with dark green flight feathers; domestic parakeets have been bred to include just about every color of the rainbow. Parakeets have been bred in captivity since the 1800s — and are still common as pets today. Their small size (under eight inches in length from tip of the tail to the tip of the beak) makes them easy to keep and care for. … Continue reading →