If you are fascinated with the world of the fun loving and fast talking exotic birds – the parrots and you want one as a pet, then the first thing that you need to familiarize yourself with are the different parrot species available.
Parrots are a popular pet bird because they are highly intelligent when socialized and undergo training. These beautifully-colored birds are popular pets for people, because they aren’t difficult to manage and they mimic many sounds, such as that of the human voice.
Parrots come in a variety of sizes, colors, and species. Many of them are found in South America and in Australia, such as different types of the “Lorikeet“, like the “Rainbow Lorikeet”, “Green Naped Lorikeet“, “Blue Lorikeet” are a few of the many examples. Parrots often stand out in comparison to other species but there are some that are smaller and more inconspicuous.
While parrots come in a beautiful array of colored feathers, it’s interesting to note that the dominant color in all is green. Some species of parrots come in variety of multi-color shades, like bright white, yellow, and green hues.
Although known for their standout colors, parrots also have strong bills and feet that allow for precise climbing and eating. When it comes to diet, the majority of parrots species out there are vegetarian while others east fruits, chicken meat and other lean meats and seeds of different types.
Today, the most common parrot species include Macaws, Conures, Amazons, African Gray Parrots, Cockatiels, Cockatoos, Budgerigars, and Eclectus.
