The American Pekin duck was raised by Keepers only in white varieties. Their ducklings are the yellow ones you see in picture books and ads. The Pekin ducks’ yellow fuzz turns into creamy white feathers as they become older, but their orange shanks, or legs, never change. A Pekin duck’s bill is also a rich … Read more
Kakapo Bird Only found in New Zealand, it is a big, flightless, nocturnal parrot species. It is the heaviest parrot in the world, the only one without wings, nocturnal, herbivorous, and physically sexually dimorphic in size. This particular parrot is the only one with a polygynous lek breeding system. It has been reported that it … Read more
The Indian Softshell Turtle (Nilssonia gangetica), commonly known as the Ganges Softshell Turtle, is endemic to freshwater habitats and is restricted to the Ganges, Indus, and Mahanadi rivers in northern and eastern India. This turtle is easily identified by its flattened shell and large, tube-like snout. Its exterior characteristics enable ideal adaptation to riparian habitat, … Read more
A bird found only in the wetlands and swamps of Central and East Africa, the shoebill stork (Balaeniceps rex) is large and broad. Huge wings, a large body, and a shoe-like bill characterize this gigantic bird. Also, this bird’s prehistoric-looking ancestry is believed to link it to the legendary dinosaurs! This bird is more common … Read more
One species of peafowl indigenous to Southeast Asia’s tropical woods is the green peafowl (Pavo muticus). These birds are occasionally targeted by the pet trade, feather collectors, and even hunters for meat because of their natural beauty. Despite their rather high maintenance care requirements, they are a highly sought-after bird for home and private aviculturists. … Read more
A caique (pronounced “kah-eek”) can be the ideal bird for you if you’re looking for something elegant, perceptive, energetic, and highly entertaining. These animated little parrots are referred to as the clowns of the bird kingdom because they have so much personality packed into such a small package of feathers. Numerous bird enthusiasts have quickly … Read more
Companion birds have long been popular, and the sun conure is no exception. It is brilliantly colorful, personable, and full of personality. These clever, tame parrots are well-suited as family pets because of their lively dispositions and intelligence. One of the loudest medium-sized parrots, owners should be ready for this noisy bird. Conures are therefore … Read more
The largest parrot in the world is the Hyacinth Macaw, which is also the largest macaw. They are normally calm and quite bright birds that can be a wonderful pet for a seasoned bird owner. The potential macaw owner must invest a lot of time and energy in caring for these birds, as they may … Read more
Psittacula krameri, the scientific name for the rose-ringed parakeet, is a colorful and endearing bird that has spread its wings and settled all over the world. This species of parakeet, which is originally from Africa and South Asia, has established healthy populations far outside of its natural range. The global spread of the rose-ringed parakeet … Read more
The endearing and humorous characteristics of Quaker parrots, also referred to as monk parakeets are well-known, as is their eagerness to pick up human speech. For avian enthusiasts seeking the excitement of a huge parrot in a more compact form factor, this is a great option. Popular as pets, they make excellent first pets and … Read more