In 1983, my wife wanted a bird, one that was smart and would make a good pet. She decided on an African grey. We found someone who sold them and selected a male about 8 months old. My wife takes great ...

Parrots are some of the most colorful, charismatic companions you can bring into your home. Whether you’re a long-time parrot lover or you’re just curious about these feathered comedians, here are ...

Reconstruction of the giant parrot Heracles, with small New Zealand wrens for scale. Dr Brian Choo, Flinders University In 2008, a pair of ancient avian leg bones were discovered at St Bathans, a ...

According to a number of recent studies (for example, this one from 2020), the world’s wild parrots are on a fast track towards extinction, and it’s all our fault. According to that 2020 study, we are ...

Bigger brains have led some species of parrot to live surprisingly long lives, new research shows. Parrots are famous for their remarkable cognitive abilities and exceptionally long lifespans. Now, a ...