BIRD Breeds

Breeds

Cockatiels

Cockatiels are loving, affectionate birds. These birds make great pets as they are relatively inexpensive to purchase and take care of.

Cockatoos

As a member of the parrot family, the cockatoo is a popular pet because of its extraordinary feathers and headcrest. These birds find their origins in the South Seas, particularly Australia.

Lorikeets

As a member of the parrot family, the Lorikeets have beautifully colored feathers. These birds find their origins in the South Seas, particularly Australia. While many members of the parrot family prefer seeds and nuts, the Lorikeets mostly prefer fresh fruits and vegetables.

Lovebirds

Perhaps a misnomer, Lovebirds can be extremely active and feisty. These colorful birds find their origins in Africa. Lovebirds got their name from the way the males and females “snuggle” affectionately.

Macaws

As a member of the parrot family, Macaws come in over 22 different varieties. These colorful birds are the most beautiful of the parrots. These birds find their origins in South America and are the most recognized of the parrot family.

Ringneck Parakeets

Ringneck Parakeets are known for their rich colorful variety. These birds find their origins in the Asia and Africa and are talkative, extremely intelligent birds. These birds make great companions for any individual or family.

African Grey Parrot

The African Grey Parrot originated in Central and Western Africa. This friendly pet is a talkative and extremely intelligent bird. These birds make great companions for any individual or family.

Budgies

Budgies belong to the parrot family. Also known as parakeets, budgies are the extremely colorful and talkative. These birds can be purchased at most pet stores and are relatively inexpensive to purchase and take care of.

Canaries

Canaries derive their name from their Island of origin - the Spanish Canary Islands off the coast of Morocco. Canaries were first domesticated in the early 16th century and have proven to be useful to humans to detect potentially dangerous gasses in mines. Canaries have also be kept as pets since that time

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