Tagged With Parakeets

Bright yellow canary perched on the edge of a bowl filled with flax seeds, looking curiously at the contents

Can Birds Have Flax Seeds? What Birds Eat and Need

7 June 2024

The best way to feed your bird flax seeds to ensure they get all the health benefits without any potential drawbacks like weight gain.

Detailed image of a medium-sized parrot aggressively preening its feathers, with small fleas visible on its neck and back

Do Birds Have Fleas? Understanding Avian Parasite Risks

6 June 2024

Birds can be infested with fleas, which can cause a variety of problems including irritation, feather damage, and the spread of diseases. Learn how to prevent and control bird fleas.

Portrait of an elderly betta fish with a mottled white and blue body floating peacefully in a well-planted aquarium

Why Is My Betta Fish Turning White? Potential Causes Explained

5 June 2024

Reasons and fixes for why your betta fish might be turning white, such as poor water quality, diet, old age, sickness, and how to help your fish gain its color back.

Australorp chicken with iridescent black feathers looking up at ripe papayas on a tree

Can Chickens Eat Papaya? Benefits and Risks Explained

4 June 2024

The right ways to give papaya to chickens, including the benefits, potential downsides, and how to make sure you're feeding it to them in a way that's healthy and safe.

Curious rabbit with long ears and fluffy white coat examining a vibrant rainbow of colors

The Rainbow of Rabbit Vision: What Colors Can Rabbits See?

31 May 2024

Rabbits have dichromatic vision, which means they can see blue and green light, which helps them spot predators in green foliage.

Close-up of a glass jar filled with assorted bird seed on a rustic wooden table

Does Bird Seed Spoil? How Long It Lasts and How to Keep It Fresh

30 May 2024

How to tell if bird seed has gone bad, how long it stays fresh, and ways to store it to ensure it lasts as long as possible for your backyard birds.

Close-up of a baby robin chick with its mouth open, waiting to be fed

What Do Baby Robins Eat? A Complete Guide to Their Diet

29 May 2024

The parents feed the chicks a diet of insects, worms, and other invertebrates to help them grow quickly in the nest.

Bright green parakeet perched on the edge of a bright pink watermelon slice, looking curiously at the fruit

Can Parakeets Eat Watermelon? A Healthy Summer Snack

27 May 2024

Parakeets can have watermelon as a nutritious snack, although it should be given sparingly to prevent tummy troubles and weight gain.

Colorful parakeet looking curiously at a pumpkin with seeds on a wooden surface

Do Birds Eat Pumpkin Seeds? The Science Behind It

23 May 2024

Pumpkin seeds are a nutritious and healthy snack for birds as long as they are given in moderation since they are a source of calories, protein, and essential vitamins.

Detailed close-up of an Eastern Bluebird perched on a tree branch, inspecting itself for signs of bird mites

How to Get Rid of Bird Mites Immediately: Safe and Effective Methods

20 May 2024

Potent synthetic and organic solutions for quickly getting rid of bird mites, such as insecticides, diatomaceous earth, and essential oils.

Vibrant blue, green, and yellow male parakeet perched on a wooden branch, with a magnifying glass in the foreground

Determining a Parakeet's Sex: Visual Cues, Behaviors, and Definitive DNA Testing

18 May 2024

Sexing a parakeet can be done through visual methods, watching for certain behaviors, and getting a definitive answer through DNA testing for the most accurate results.

Cockatiel with bright yellow face and crest perched on the edge of a ripe banana

Can Cockatiels Eat Bananas? A Guide to Healthy Treats

17 May 2024

Cockatiels can have bananas once in a while, but they need a mix of pellets and fresh fruits and vegetables to stay healthy.