This blue budgie is a playful parakeet with a typical lifespan of 5–10 years. Macaws and cockatoos can live to be 70–80 years old. averess / Getty Images/iStockphoto My middle schooler decided she ...

Owning a bird can be a deeply rewarding experience, but it is not without its challenges. From the time commitment and daily care to ensuring proper nutrition and addressing behavioral issues, bird ...

Sitting in the sunlit garden room, a small, light green parakeet gently climbs onto the outstretched finger of Gabe Cooper. Mr. Pickles, he’s called. The little bird is known at the facility for ...

They're chipper, can live long lives and sometimes repeat words we don't want them to: Parrots are colorful animals that, given the right care and attention, will make any home better. "Birds are not ...

Before buying a pet bird, it’s important to consider the long-term commitment and daily responsibilities involved. From upfront costs to time requirements and housing needs, certain species of ...

The New England Exotic Wildlife Sanctuary in Hope Valley, Rhode Island, has a mission of taking care of and rehoming parrots, which are known to be one of the most problematic pets. “They’re beautiful ...

Bringing a pet into your home can be a fulfilling experience, and birds are an excellent choice, particularly for children.