Once you’ve decided to adopt a bird, size should be considered. While all birds require commitment and care, larger birds have more needs than their smaller cousins. Many large birds in the parrot family have long lifespans which means many years of care. Purchasing small birds is less expensive while large ones can be costly. […]
All birds will nip at different things, including their owner’s hands. This is called “beaking” and is a way for a bird to test a perch. Although this can be unpleasant it is not considered biting. When a bird bites, the bite is quick and hard and the bird’s body language demonstrates that this was […]
In the wild, Sugar Gliders have been known to jump 100 feet and more. So we do know they can leap long distances. These marsupials are not actually flying although it may appear that they are. They are named for their ability to glide long distances. And they have a sweet tooth as well. The […]
