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June 2011 |
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Editor's Note
The first time I ever saw a hawk-headed parrot, he looked like a cross between an Amazon and a conure. The youngster seemed shy and a little reserved, sitting quietly on his perch. But with a little scratch of his head feathers, up popped the most incredible crest of feathers I’ve ever seen. Read more here.
Time To Upgrade
Follow these seven tips to find the perfect cage for your bird.
BY NIKKI MOUSTAKI
Mess Makers
Find out the reasons for your bird's mess and ways to keep it manageable.
BY REBECCA STOUT
Health 101: American Parrots
Learn what common health issues affect the Central and South American parrots.
BY GREGORY RICH, DVM
Evolving A Parrot's Diet
Crop samples of what macaw chicks are fed in the iwld show some startling results.
BY ROMA SUBRAMANIAN
Birdie Boutique
Products for you and your bird.
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On The Cover
Hawk-headed parrot by Bonnie Jay; scarlet macaw chick by Juan Cornejo
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