BirbObserver’s Valentine’s Day Winning Entries

Thanks to everyone who entered BirbObserver’s ‘Birbloveis’ Valentine’s Day Contest, we were deluged with over 50 entries from Twitter, Facebook and Instagram! Each entry was so creative and thoughtful, congratulations to everyone for your submissions – all entries were wonderful! It was difficult selecting the final 3 winners, but after much deliberation, the following entries […] …

Bird Behavior: mischief is my middle name

by Sherri Moorer There’s one thing birds have in common: they’re mischievous! It seems that something about us brings out the silly side in our parrots. Such behaviors serve parrots well in the wild where they need a lot of energy and intelligence to seek food sources, create safe homes, and protect their young. In […] …

Gen(i)us: Bourke’s Parrot

by Mariah Hughes The Bourke’s Parrot is a nomadic parakeet that thrives across the diverse landscapes of Australia. These small, diurnal, pink-and-brown birds can be observed in tight-knit flocks anywhere from eucalyptus forests to dry scrubland to harsh cityscapes, but their preferred habitat is arid scrub. In captivity, Bourke’s Parrots are gaining popularity, thanks in […] …