We currently have an urgent appeal for safe houses that can take on some special needs birds. Think you can help? Please see this forum post for more information.
Care Basic Parrot First Aid A quick guide to basic first aid for your parrot. We highly recommend that any bird you suspect is ill, is taken to a vet as soon as possible. Bird Beaks: Anatomy, Care, and Diseases An indepth look at bird beaks and their anatomy. Food Recipes Your meals are never dull.. so why should you parrots? Try some of our exciting recipes for your flock. Respiratory System of Birds: Anatomy and Function All you need to know about your birds respiratory system. Disease & Illness Aspergillus in Parrots Aspergullus is a common fungal infection that can be found in Parrots. Avian Influenza (Bird Flu) Everything you need to know about Avian Influenza: Bird Flu Pacheco's Disease: Parrot Herpes Virus An often deadly disease found in Psittacines. Proventricular Dilatation Disease (PDD) PDD is a common viral disease found in parrots. Psittacine Beak and Feather Disease Psittacine beak and feather disease (PBFD) is a viral disease that can affect all psittacine birds. The virus attacks the cells of the immune system and those which produce feather and beak. Affected birds gradually lose their feathers and develop beak abnormalities. Psittacosis Disease Psittacosis is a zoonotic infectious disease caused by a bacterium called Chlamydophila psittaci. It is a common disease of many bird species. Teflon Toxicity (PTFE Toxicosis) Did you know your none-stick pan could kill your parrot? Important information on Teflon Toxicity in Parrots. Other Topics Alexandrine & Ringneck Parakeet Alert Thinking of buying, or recently bought an Alexandrine or Ringneck Parakeet? Then you need to be aware of a potential scam that is active up and down the country.
Need information for a specific parrot disease? or need advice on how to care for your parrot? Then this is the place for you. To the left is a selection of pages relating to parrot welfare.
