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Calcium, Vitamin D & Specialised Lighting(Post)
Liz Wilson explains more about UV light and lighting.There is much discussion on the internet about diet and about specialised lighting and its importance for Parrots, often discussed by those who ha ...
Are You A Caring Breeder(Post)Rosemary Low tells us whether you are a caring breeder or not and how to take care of a Parrot.Most of us are well aware of the fact that Parrots are intelligent creatures whose needs and emotio ...
African Grey Fact Sheet(Post)Rosemary Low has more information on the African Grey Parrot.Scientific name:Psittacus erithacusCommon name(s):Grey Parrot, African GreyAdult length: 33cm (13in)Adult wingspan:Approx. 64-70cm (25-28i ...
Jardines Fact Sheet(Post)Find out a Jardine's favourite food, toys and more.Scientific namePoicephalus gulielmiOrnithological namesRed-headed, Red-crowned and Red-fronted Parrot.Adult lengthAbout 28cm (11in) in the nominate ...
What CAN I Feed My Parrot? – Part 1(Post)Liz Wilson tells us what you can feed your Parrot. This article was inspired by an excellent question posted on the Northern Parrot’s Q&A section regarding the confusion caused by British vs. America ...
Help, My Parrot Laid An Egg (Post)Barbara Heidenreich explains what to do if your Parrot lays eggs. A veterinarian once said to me there are two times in a bird’s life when it looks like it is dying. When it is dying and when it i ...
Responsible Pet Owner's Month(Post)Find out more about Responsible Pet Owner’s MonthDid you know February is Responsible Pet Owner’s Month? As a Parrot owner there are lots of ways you can be responsible towards your feathered frien ...
About Brown's(Post)Brown’s only produce the highest quality Parrot treats, full of colour and flavour.Their food is suitable for all Parrot sizes and species.Brown’s are based in Pennsylvania in America. They have been ...
Pet Wellness(Post)Find out more about Pet Wellness.We should all be taking care of our feathered friends and their wellness / wellbeing. By pet wellness we mean two things. 1. Encouraging you to take your Parrot to ...
Which Vegetables Can Parrots Eat(Post)Rosemary Low explains the nutritional benefits of vegetables to Parrots.GreensSome Parrots relish all kinds of vegetables, leafy greens and wild-picked “weeds”. Others are just not interested. I beli ...
About Hagen(Post)Find out more about Hagen.AboutHagen was started in 1955 by Rolf C Hagen. Since then they have been committed to creating products that improve the health and welfare of pets.The UK office of Hagen w ...
Safe Herbs for Parrots(Post)Thank you to Sophie Barnett for writing this blog for us on safe herbs for Parrots to eat.The Benefits Of HerbsHerbs are a fantastic addition to your Parrot’s diet, not only for their abundance of he ...
Safe Seeds For Parrots(Post)Find out more about safe seeds for Parrots.Seeds and grains are a natural part of a Parrot’s diet, but as with all things, they should be fed in moderation. Many seeds have a higher fat content, so f ...
Why Do Parrots Need UV Light?(Post)UV light is so important to the health and wellbeing of your Parrot. Read on to learn why UVA and UVB light is recommended, how they help and the effects if birds don’t get enough UV lightThis is why ...
Do You Cook for Parrots(Post)Dot Schwarz explains how to cook for Parrots.You Cook for Parrots?Yes, and for my Parakeets as well. I’m used to incredulous smiles from non-Parrot people but on this forum I expect that you, rather ...
About Northern Parrots(Post)Here at Northern Parrots we have personally chosen a selection of food and treats, cages, accessories and supplements to give your Parrot only the highest quality items.We’re chosen the most popular ...
African Grey Parrot Feeding Guide(Post)Check out this useful guide to feeding your African Grey Parrot.Keep Your African Grey's Diet As Varied As PossibleLike with all Parrots, your African Grey’s diet should be as varied as possible, we ...
About Bucktons(Post)BucktonsBucktons was founded with the name George Bucktons and Sons Co. Ltd in Hull over 200 years ago as a general merchant.After the First World War ended in 1918, Bucktons was taken over by the Hu ...
About Vetark Peter Scott FRCVS(Post)About Vetark & Peter Scott FRCVS Find out more about Vetark.HistoryOne of the UK?s specialists in exotic pet nutrition, Peter Scott and his team have been ...
About ZooMed(Post)When ZooMed began over three decades ago they initially only produced products for the reptile industry. They created the very first UVB lighting equipment for reptiles and this design is now the bas ...
How To Choose The Right Perch For Your Parrot(Post)Here is how to choose a perch for your Parrot.Parrots need perches as a safe place to rest, play and observe the world around them. They spend long periods of their day stood on perches, both inside ...
Happiness Is Having A Scratch For Every Itch(Post)Elaine Henley P.G. Dip CABC Full Member Association of Pet Behaviour Counsellors (APBC) Animal Behaviour Training Council (ABTC) Registered Clinical Animal Behaviourist Phone: 01294 833764 Website ...
Lylas Inspiring Story How She Stopped Feather Plucking(Post)Thank you to Laura Brown for this delightful story about her African Grey Lyla who stopped feather plucking. Over to Laura who tells us her story.LauraMy and my little Grey Lyla went through a tough ...
Celebrate Your African Grey On African Grey Day(Post)Find out more about African Grey Day.African Greys are one of the most popular Parrot species we keep as companion Parrots, so it’s only right that we celebrate these wonderful birds with their own s ...
Safe Spices For Parrots(Post)Find out about safe spices for Parrots. Spices are a fantastic addition to your Parrot’s diet, not only for their abundance of health benefits, but also in the variety they provide as part of a ...
Advice For New Parrot Owners(Post)Here’s 10 nuggets of knowledge and invaluable info for any new Parrot owner from avian expert Rosemary Low.I was recently asked ‘What would you say to today’s Parrot owners?’ The short answer…You ...
Nanday Conure Fact Sheet(Post)Rosemary Low explains more about the Nanday Conure in her fact sheet.Scientific name: Nandayus nendayCommon name(s): Black-headed ConureAdult length: 31cm (12in)Adult weight: 140gExpected lifespan: 2 ...
Think Parrots 2018 Review(Post)Dot Schwarz reviews Think Parrots 2018.What is it about Think Parrots, the annual Parrot show sponsored by Northern Parrots and organised by Parrot Magazine? How do the organisers organise a sunny ...
Rosemary Low Answers Your Questions(Post)Thank you to everyone who sent in their question for Rosemary Low. Below you’ll find answers to your questions.Question:My Conure Jessie is about a year old and is afraid of EVERYTHING. We try introd ...
Simple Tips On How To Take Care of a Parrot(Post)Here are a few useful tips from Bucktons to help you look after your Parrot, particularly during the warmer summer months. Would you like to share any more tips?Tip 1Make sure that the cage you hav ...
Breeding Parakeets Some Basic Advice (Post)Breeding Parakeets - Some Basic Advice In recent years, the popularity of the smaller Parrots, such as Grass Parakeets (Neophema) and Pyrrhura Conures, h ...
Blue-fronted Amazon Fact Sheet(Post)Rosemary Low explains more about the Blue-fronted Amazon in her fact sheet.Scientific name:Amazona aestiva Common name:Called Turquoise-fronted Parrot in the ornithological literature.Adult length:1 ...
About Beaphar Bogena(Post)During the Second World War Bernard Aa (Phar) founded Beaphar Bogena. He had a love of pets and set about creating a range of homeopathic products for dogs and cats. In the 1960’s and 70’s the range ...
About The Birdcare Company(Post)Find out more about The Birdcare CompanyThe Birdcare Company have been supplying Parrot supplements for over 20 years and have become the UK’s leading supplier in their sector. Avian vets across the ...
Northern Parrots Simple Nutrition Plan(Post)Find out about the Northern Parrots simple nutrition plan.Here at Northern Parrots we’re often asked what is the best diet is for my Parrot? There is no easy answer to this question, but we have devi ...
Jo's Busy Beak Gets Her Into Trouble(Post)Here's how Jo the Galah's busy beak got her into trouble, written by the team at Avian Veterinary Services.Back storyWhen she was presented to the clinic one night in her carrier, with her head tucke ...
How Parrots Benefit From Sunshine And The Great Outdoors(Post)Dot Schwarz tells us how Parrots benefit from getting outdoors.All birds require sunlight and fresh air. Birds (an exception is the cave dwelling oil bird from South America with similar habits to a ...
Successfully Converting A Parrot To Pellets(Post)In this blog, Liz Wilson advise how to convert a Parrot to pellets.How To Convert A Parrot To PelletsA sequel to Liz Wilson’s article, Parrot Nutrition. To make the most sense of this article, please ...
Golden-Mantled Rosella Fact Sheet(Post)Scientific name: Platycercus eximiusCommon names: Golden-mantled Rosella, Eastern Rosella, Red Rosella.Note that the name Golden-mantled has passed into common use but correctly only refers to the su ...
Lineolated Parakeet Fact Sheet(Post)Rosemary Low gives useful information about the Lineolated Parakeet in her blog.Lineolated Parakeet (Bolborhynchus lineola)Alternative NameBarred ParakeetSimilar in size to a Budgie, these are the pr ...
Hahn's Macaw Fact Sheet (Post)Rosemary Low explains more about the Hahn’s Macaw in her fact sheet.Scientific nameDiopsittaca nobilis nobilisCommon name(s) Hahn’s or Red-shouldered MacawAdult length31cm (12in)Adult weight About 16 ...
About Arcadia(Post)Find out more about Arcadia.It has been known for some time that regular direct sunlight is very beneficial to your bird’s health.Health Unless birds are kept in an aviary, this can be very difficult ...
Yellow-fronted Amazon Fact Sheet(Post)Rosemary Low explains more about the Yellow-fronted Amazon in her fact sheet.Scientific name: Amazona ochrocephala ochrocephalaCommon name: Yellow-crowned Amazon, Yellow-fronted AmazonAdult length:35 ...
Peach-faced Lovebirds Fact Sheet(Post)Find out more about Peach-faced Lovebirds in this blog by Rosemary Low.Scientific name:Agapornis roseicollisClick here for everything you need for Lovebirds.Ornithological name:Rosy-faced LovebirdDes ...
It Is All Latin To Me By Malcolm Welshman(Post)Read this funny story entitled It's all Latin to me by Malcolm Welshman.Here’s my Melopsittacus undulatus to have her beak trimmed,’ quipped Mr Hargreaves as he slid a cage containing a green and yel ...
Princess of Wales Fact Sheet(Post)Read this Princess of Wales Fact Sheet to learn more about this bird.Scientific name Polytelis alexandraeCommon Name (Australia): Princess ParrotAdult Length: 45cm (18in) — half of which is tail.Adul ...
Double Yellow Headed Amazon Fact Sheet(Post)Thanks to Rosemary Low for this interesting article about the Double Yellow Headed AmazonScientific name: Amazona oratrixAdult length: 36 to 38cm (14-15in).Adult weight: about 500g (18oz).Potential ...
Parrot Food Recipes from Hagen(Post)Here are some delicious Parrot food recipes from Hagen.Recipe One: Foraging Peanut Butter and Tropimix Pine ConesBirds love foraging and food! No better way to offer it up than in pine cone recipes.I ...