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Timneh vs Congo African Grey - Key Differences Between These Parrots (Personality, Lifespan & More)

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Comparing The Congo and Timneh African Grey ParrotsAfrican Greys are often viewed as one of the most intelligent species of parrots in the world. With minimal training, owners can teach them a wide variety of words and phrases. It's little-known fact, however, that there actually two different subspecies of African Greys: the Congo African grey [...]

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Adopting Pet Parrots
Am I Ready To Take A Parrot Home?
Things You Need To Know Before Adoption

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Am I Ready To Adopt a Pet Parrot? Questions To AskAdopting a pet parrot is a big decision that shouldn't be made lightly. These fun-loving, affectionate and highly intelligent creatures have very unique needs that must be met. Parrots are not a pet that you can leave in their crate day after day. If you [...]

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Why Is My Parrot Sneezing and Coughing?

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Why Is My Parrot Sneezing and Coughing?Have you noticed your parrot sneezing, coughing, hacking or exhibiting other signs of a possible respiratory problem? It’s frightening experience for an owner to see their parrot in such a state of helplessness, and to make matters worse, very few people know what to do in these situations. As [...]

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Parakeet Head Bobbing 101 - Top 5 Reasons Budgies & Pet Birds Dance And Move Their Heads Up And Down

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Why Do Parakeets Bob Their Head?Parakeets are one of the world's most popular types of pet parrots. Their small size and fun-loving, gentle nature make them the perfect choice for families. Parakeets, or budgies, love flying freely so it’s best to set aside some time for them to be out of the cage and explore [...]

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Mini Macaw or Large Macaw - Find Out Which One To Take Home Plus Their Subtle Differences

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Mini or Large Macaw: Which Should I Choose? Should I choose a mini or regular-sized macaw? Thinking about adopting a macaw but can't seem to decide between a miniature or large? Both are amazing creatures that make wonderful companions for the family. Macaws - mini and large - are affectionate, intelligent, and feature brilliantly colored plumage. However, there [...]

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