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 known as a very popular group of birds that possess high intelligence based on its exposure to socialization and intensive training. Quiet popular because they have the ability to imitate various sounds including the human voice, these colorful birds are among the most favorite avian pets because the majority of its species are relatively easy to manage.
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. The characteristics of parrots vary dramatically, with some being quite sizable, while others are small and ordinary looking.
While parrots come in a beautiful array of colored feathers, it’s interesting to note that the dominant color in all is green. Different species of parrots, which are birds of the roughly 350 species in 85 genera comprising the order Psittaciformes, found in most warm and tropical regions, have different shades of colors that are usually a combination of bright white, yellow and green
Although known for their standout colors, parrots also have strong bills and feet that allow for precise climbing and eating. The majority of parrots live a vegetarian existence, preferring fruits and seeds, but there are some varieties that also eat chicken or other lean meats as well.
Among the most favored species of parrots kept as pets are The African Gray, Cockatoos, Amazons and Macaws.