Your backyard is filled with beautiful sights and wildlife. And one of the most common animals seen is birds. However, instead of your normal species, have you ever thought of attracting a more ...

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 ...

Birds can be wonderful pets if raised and handled correctly. There are many types of house birds, but not every bird is appropriate for a pet. Some birds need to live in large flocks to be healthy and ...

Costa Rica is a dream destination for bird lovers, and parrots are one of the most exciting groups to encounter. How can you not be impressed by their vibrant feathers, loud calls, and playful ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. I write about biodiversity and the hidden quirks of the natural world. Parrots are not an uncommon bird species — there are about ...

While lilac- and red-crowned parrots are classified as endangered in Mexico, the populations that've established themselves here in Southern California are thriving, even though the environment is ...

A University of San Diego professor has launched a program to study and monitor a pandemonium of parrots that has lived within the local community for decades. If you haven’t seen them, you’ve ...

An instructor at the University of San Diego has started a new research project to study urban parrots that freely roam throughout southern California, raising the question: can we adapt the ...