Yellow Collared Macaw

The Yellow Collared Macaw is also known as the Yellow Naped Macaw or Golden Collared Macaw and can be found in South American countries like Brazil, Paraguay, Bolivia and Argentina.

The Yellow Collared Macaw is one of the smallest Macaws and breeders call it

Victoria Crowned Pigeons

The Victoria Crowned Pigeons are the biggest pigeons. They reach lengths between 28 and 30 inches from head to tail feathers.

This bird species lives almost 25 years in captivity.

The Crowned Pigeons are tolerant birds, very intelligent and affectionate. They like to spend time with other bird species and they are easy to train and tame.

The body is covered in blue feathers and the breast is maroon. They also have red eyes and a lighter shade of blue on the wings and tips of their feathers on the tail.

Like any other bird, The Victoria Crowned Pigeons like to eat many grains, seeds, fruits, and also small invertebrates. In captive The Crowned Pigeons

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Indian Ringneck Parakeet

The Indian Ringneck Parakeet is also known as the Rose Ringed Parrot and it can be found in India, Asia. Their maximum length is 40cm (16 inches) from the tail feathers to the beak. In most cases, these parrots will have a lifespan of 25 to 30 years, but in some cases they will get to 50 years old.

Many people say that the Indian Ringneck has a bad reputation of being hard to tame. But that is not all the time true. The fact is that these types of parrots get bored quite easily and in order to entertain themselves, they could engage in destructive behavior.

In adolescence they sometimes have a bluffing stage and some owners find that hard to manage. But Ringnecks that are given a lot of attention, are often handled and properly cared for are generally sweet and loving birds with great personality that bring joy to their owners.

Ringnecks have tones of green, bright yellow, blue and albino. They are also dimorphic, which means that the sex of the parrot can be determined by observing its color. The females have a slight darkening around their necks and are very beautiful. The males have deep red beaks, black marking on the face and three bands of color around the neck.

The diet of a Wild Indian Ringnecks is normally formed of vegetables, fruits, sometimes berries, nuts and seeds. In captivity, the birds must eat high quality pellets and many fresh fruits and vegetables. Also, don

Sulphur Crested Cockatoos

This bird is also known under the scientific name of Cacatua Galerita and it can be found in Eastern and Northern Australia.

This species has two subspecies: the Lesser and Greater Sulphur Crested Cockatoos. The first subspecies is large, and can grow to about 20 inches from the tail feathers to the beak. Their usual weight is 2 pounds (1kg). Sulpher Crested Cockatoos of the Lesser variety are smaller and usually grow between 13 and 15 inches.

This species is among the ones with the longest life span. If you take good care of them, this species can live to reach an age of 80 years.

If they are hand fed when they are babies, the Sulphur Crested Cockatoos grow to be affectionate and loving birds. If not, they could become really stubborn and noisy. Most of them love to receive attention and to be handled. Before getting one, the potential owners should think if they have the necessary time to dedicate to them and provide them provide the much needed affection. If all its needs are met, the Sulphur Crested Cockatoo can be a great pet that can speak and learn tricks easily.

The Sulpher Crested Cockatoos is mainly known for the beautiful yellow crest on top of the head. Many breeders say is their most beautiful trait. Sulpher Crested Cockatoos are white, and the beak is black.

The birds that live in the wild like to feast on insects, seeds, and grain. The ones kept in captivity must be fed with high quality pellets and seeds. A meal should also contain fresh fruits and vegetables. These types of birds don

Quaker Parrot

Having the scientific name Myiopsitta monachus, the Quaker Parrot is also known as Quaker Parakeet or Monk Parakeet. They are native to South America, with some colonies established in some regions of the United States.

In general, they have about 12 inches in length from beak to tail, and weigh between 80 and 150 grams. You can expect them to live 20 - 30 years in captivity, if the care they’re given is good.

Quakers are sociable and confident birds. There is nothing more they love than to be with their “flock” and sing and talk. Everybody knows their high ability to talk. When they are captive, they will tend to bond very closely with one person, because of their loyal nature. The Quakers are gentle birds, very calm and this is why many owners feed them right from the hand. They are great pets for younger bird owners.

The normal colors of a Quaker bird are green on the head, back and wings, with a bit of white/grey on the chest and face. Many of them have great looking blue feathers and a green tinge on the tails underside. Also, the breeders have produced in captivity a variety of beautiful color mutations.

Although small, the Quakers are extremely good eaters and they love to chew on fresh fruits and vegetables, and do well in captivity when this diet is supplemented with quality commercial pellets and seed. Because they are greedy with the food, many Quakers might get overweight if allowed to eat too many nuts and seeds. This is why, their ideal diet needs to be balanced and made of: legumes, fresh greens, pasta, and other vegetables as a main food source.

The Quakers are very active birds, and they need to have an adequate amount of space in which to play. Also, they enjoy having many toys to chew from and use as “exercise equipment”. Time outside the cage is also very important to keep them happy and physically fit.

Known for their comical and charming personalities, plus the fact that they can learn human speech, these parrots can be a great choice for a person who wants a small loving parrot. They are very sociable and don